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🇮🇩 Indonesia Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Indonesia is a country in Southeast Asia, Asia. It covers a total area of 1,904,569 km² and has a coastline of 54,716 km. It shares land borders with 3 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Asia
geographical region
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Region
Southeast Asia
sub-region
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Total Area
1,904,569 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
145/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
54,716 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+7 to +9
UTC offset
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Independence
1945
established
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Climate
Tropical, hot and humid year-round
general type

Location and Position

Indonesia is situated in Southeast Asia, within the broader continent of Asia. The country has a coastline of 54,716 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Indonesia covers a total area of 1,904,569 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 277M across this area, the population density is 145/km². The capital city is Jakarta.

Climate

The climate of Indonesia is tropical, hot and humid year-round. The best time to visit is generally April–October, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Indonesia

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Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur
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Papua New Guinea
Port Moresby

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Indonesia located?

Indonesia is located in Southeast Asia, Asia. The capital city is Jakarta.

How large is Indonesia?

Indonesia has a total area of 1,904,569 km² with a population density of 145/km².

What countries border Indonesia?

Indonesia shares land borders with: Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor.

What is the climate of Indonesia?

The climate of Indonesia is Tropical, hot and humid year-round. The best time to visit is April–October.

What timezone is Indonesia in?

Indonesia observes UTC+7 to +9 timezone.

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