Geography
Indonesia is in South-Eastern Asia, Asia. Its listed coordinates are -5, 120; it has Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste.
Neighboring countries: Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste
Asia
Indonesia
Indonesia is a country in South-Eastern Asia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Jakarta
- Continent
- Asia
- Region
- South-Eastern Asia
- Population
- 284.4 million
- Area
- 1,904,569 km²
- Currency
- Indonesian rupiah (IDR)
- Official language
- Indonesian
- Calling code
- +62
- Internet TLD
- .id
- Time zone
- UTC+07:00, UTC+08:00, UTC+09:00
Indonesia map preview: -5.00, 120.00
People and Culture
Indonesia uses Indonesian in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Indonesia varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Indonesia is recorded with the official name Republic of Indonesia. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Jakarta
- South-Eastern Asia cultural and historic sites
- Asia map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Jakarta
- Time zone data: UTC+07:00, UTC+08:00, UTC+09:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Indonesia is grouped under Asia.
- Indonesia has a listed area of 1,904,569 km².
- Indonesia is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Indonesia
What is the capital of Indonesia?
The capital of Indonesia is Jakarta.
What continent is Indonesia in?
Indonesia is in Asia.
What currency does Indonesia use?
Indonesia uses the Indonesian rupiah.
What language is spoken in Indonesia?
Indonesian is listed for Indonesia in this database.