Country guide

Indonesia

Indonesia is between 13,000 and 17,000 islands spread across 1,904,569 km2, the largest archipelagic state in the world, so the question is never what to see but which island to fly to. Over 280 million people live in its 38 provinces and more than half of them on Java alone, the most heavily populated island anywhere and the one carrying Jakarta, the world's most populous city. Sumatra, Sulawesi and the Indonesian portions of Borneo and New Guinea are each a separate trip, across wilderness supporting some of the highest biodiversity on earth. The gaps between them are measured in flights, not in drives.

Cities

Every city catalogued in this country so far, ranked by how much there is to see.

Jakarta
Photograph · Gunawan Kartapranata · CC BY-SA 3.0

Jakarta 8,720 places
Denpasar
Photograph · trezy humanoiz from Denpasar, indonesia · CC BY 2.0

Denpasar 512 places
Bali
Bali 0 places

Practical information

Language spoken: Indonesian; National practical orientation; regional and minority languages may also be used
Dialling code: +62; International calling code; local area and mobile prefixes still apply
Currency: Indonesian rupiah (IDR); Use the official local currency; card acceptance varies by place
Emergency number: 112 where available · 110 police; Use only for an emergency; tourist assistance may use a separate number
Plug type: Type C and F · 230 V; Check that chargers support the recorded voltage before using an adapter
Tap water: Not recorded; No verified nationwide visitor drinking-water statement was recorded

Planning a visit

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Top things to see

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Common questions

How long should a first trip to Indonesia be?

Ten to fourteen days is enough for Bali plus one nearby island or for a focused Java route, not for the whole archipelago. Every added island introduces an airport or harbour transfer, so choose regions first and count transfer days before assigning sightseeing.

What entry documents are needed for Indonesia?

Indonesia Immigration’s official eVisa service is the source for passport eligibility, visa class and stay conditions. Complete any required arrival formalities through government channels and verify the authorised entry point; a Bali-focused commercial site is not evidence of national admission rules.

What is the best way to travel around Indonesia?

Flights bridge distant islands, Java has useful rail corridors, and ferries, buses or local boats complete many regional legs. Check the licensed operator and weather before sea travel, and leave recovery time when an island connection precedes an international departure.

When is a practical time to visit Indonesia?

Dry-season timing varies across Indonesia, although much of Java and Bali is commonly easier from roughly May to September. Sumatra, Sulawesi and eastern islands can follow different rainfall patterns, so select dates for the chosen islands rather than the country name.

What money and payment basics apply in Indonesia?

Indonesia uses the rupiah, and large IDR figures make digit checking important. Keep cash for markets, drivers and smaller islands, use bank-linked machines where available, and confirm whether an accommodation or boat quote includes taxes and local charges.

What practical safety details should I save for Indonesia?

The recorded emergency contacts are 112 where available and 110 for police; electricity is Type C and F at 230 V. Tap-water safety is Not recorded, so rely on local official or accommodation guidance and verify emergency coverage on remote islands.

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Serangan

Al-Azhar Great Mosque

Cut Mutiah Mosque

Holy Spirit Cathedral

Jakarta Islamic Centre

Gereja Sion

Menteng Pulo War Cemetery

West Irian Liberation Monument

Jami Kampung Baru Inpak Mosque

Kalipasir Mosque

Luar Batang Mosque

Al-Anshor Mosque

Al-Mansur Mosque

Bahtera Bakti Vihara

An-Nawier Mosque

Edwin’s Gallery

Teater IMAX Keong Emas

All Saints Church

Santa Ursula BSD

Satya Dharma Temple

Cemara 6 Galeri

ROH Projects

King Chulalongkorn's Elephant statue, National Museum of Indonesia

Wihara Dharmayana

Al-Fath Primary and Junior High School Bumi Serpong Damai

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Abbalove

Adrien-Jean Le Mayeur

Ahmadiyah

AI-Hikmah

Al-Amin

Al-Amin

Al-Atiqon

Al-Barkah

Al-Barkah

Al Barokah

Al Barokah

Al-Barokah

Al-Fajar

AL-Falah

Al-Fityan School Tangerang

Al-Hidayah

Al-Hidayah

Al-Hikmah

AL Hikmah

Al - Huda

Al Huda

Alhuda Islamic School

Al Hurriyah

Al-Idhwan

Al ihsan Mosque

Al -Ijtihad

Al Ikhlas

Al-Ikhlas

Al-Ikhlas

Al Ikhwan Kp Cimalang

Al-Isligomah

Al Istiqomah

Al-Kahfi Mosque

Al-Kautsar

Al Magfirah

Al Mahmudah

Almahmudah Manasik Training Center

Al-Mizab

Al-Mubarokah

Al Mubarok Mosque

Al Muhajirin

Al-Mukhlisin

Al Muqarrabiin

Al Muttaqin

Al-Muttaqin

AL ROHMAH

Altar Souw Kwan Im Hud Couw

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