Indonesia is a country in Southeast Asia, Asia with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Indonesia that most people don't know.
Indonesia is the world's largest archipelago, consisting of 17,508 islands, spanning three time zones, and home to more active volcanoes than any other country.
Indonesia has more volcanoes than any other country — over 130 active ones.
Indonesia is the world's largest archipelago nation with 17,508 islands.
Indonesia is the world's most populous Muslim-majority nation.
Komodo dragons, found only in Indonesia, are the world's largest living lizards.
Indonesia is the world's largest archipelago, consisting of 17,508 islands, spanning three time zones, and home to more active volcanoes than any other country.
Indonesia is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
The world's largest Buddhist temple, a UNESCO 9th-century marvel on Java
Home to the Komodo dragon — the world's largest lizard, growing up to 3 metres
UNESCO 1,000-year-old Subak irrigation terraces carved into emerald hillsides
An active volcano in East Java with an ethereal lunar landscape and sea of sand
Indonesia is the world's largest archipelago, consisting of 17,508 islands, spanning three time zones, and home to more active volcanoes than any other country.
The capital of Indonesia is Jakarta.
Indonesia has a population of approximately 277M.
The official language of Indonesia is Indonesian.
Indonesia gained independence in 1945.
Indonesia uses the Rupiah (IDR).