Indonesia is a land like no other. It is the largest island nation in the world, encompassing thousands of islands, each with its own unique culture. Naturally, a wealth of travel opportunities abounds. Some 17.000 islands make up the Indonesian archipelago, a broken patchwork of rain forest and volcanoes, tropical beaches and near-forgotten names: Sulawesi, the spices islands. Populated by more than 207 million people, Indonesia is the world's fourth largest country and home to mankind's last remaining frontiers.  |
Their country spans from the western most island of Sumatra, all the way to the eastern most province of Irian Jaya on the island of New Guinea. Many individuals do not realized that Indonesia actually comprises more area on the globe than the United States.
These many islands straddle the equator and offer some of the most compelling landscapes available to a voyager. Lowland swamps, immense volcanoes and crater lakes, vibrant waterfalls, tropical rain forests, terraced rice paddies, as well as exotic flora and fauna all add to the natural beauty found there. The main islands include Sumatra, Java, Bali, Lombok, Nusa Tenggara (which includes famous Komodo), Sulawesi, Kalimantan, the Moluccas and Irian Jaya.
Water sports are always an option in Indonesia and include river rafting, scuba diving, surfing, kayaking, snorkeling and more. There are also exciting one-of-a-kind opportunities, such as witnessing Komodo Dragons-the world's largest lizard; or visiting a traditional Balinese spiritual healer. Remember, Indonesia?s magic awaits your visit.
All visitors to Indonesia must be in possession of a national passport valid for at least six months when entering the country. A 30 - day tourist visa is obtainable form any Indonesia Diplomatic or Consular mission, and may be used any time within 6 months of issue, good for one entry only. Visa - free entry for a maximum of 2 months with a confirmed onward passage is permitted for nationals of certain countries. Please check with nearest consulate. A special permit is required to visit the provinces of Irian Jaya.
Health
A valid International certificate of vaccination against smallpox, and inoculation against cholera and yellow fever is required only for travelers arriving from infected areas. It is recommended for passengers to equip themselves with tables for stomach upsets, such as vomiting and diarrhea and to avoid drinking unboiled water or ice from wayside stalls, while traveling. Antiseptic creams and insect repellents are useful, also antibiotics for infection, particularly respiratory infections. Common sense should be used when eating out. Please check with doctors for details of anti Malaria or other requirements.
Climate
Indonesia has only 2 seasons, the wet season from November to April and the dry from May to October. A tropical country, it is always warm in the lowlands or coastal areas, with temperatures ranging from 35 C to 27 C, dropping to 15 C or below in the highlands. Evenings in the warm areas are cooled by pleasant breezes, and in the mountain areas can quite cold.
Dress is normally casual and lights for the hot humid areas. A long casual and light for the hot humid areas. A long-sleeved shirt is fine for evening wear, and for ladies a simple frock. Jacket is recommended when visiting mountain areas. Please observe local customs regarding dress.
Currency
Local Indonesian currency is known as Rupiah. There are no restrictions on the amount of foreign currency which can be brought into or taken out of the country, with Indonesia being a free money market. Most foreign currencies and travelers cheques are easily changed. Larger hotels have banks or money changers in their arcades. Money changers and banks are easily found in major tourist areas. Credit cards are not widely accepted, except in first class hotels and some major souvenir shops. Cards most accepted are American Express, Visa, Bank card, and Diners.
Airport Tax
An airport tax is charged for International departure, domestic departure an varies from island o island.
Islands of Indonesia
Indonesia
Indonesia, officially the Republic of Indonesia is a country in Southeast Asia and Oceania between the Indian and Pacific oceans. It consists of over seventeen thousand islands,including Sumatra,Java,Sulawesi, and parts of Borneo and New Guinea. Indonesia is the world's largest island country and the 14th-largest country by area, at 1,904,569 square kilometres (735,358 square miles). With about 270 million people, Indonesia is the world's fourth-most populous country and the most populous Muslim-majority country. Java, the world's most populous island, is home to more than half of the country's population.
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38.2Indonesia is a presidential, constitutional republic withan elected legislature. It has 34 provinces, of which five have special status. The country's capital, Jakarta, is the world's second-most populous urban area. Indonesia shares land borders with Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and the eastern part of Malaysia, as well as a maritime border with Singapore, Vietnam, the Philippines, Australia, Palau, and India (Andaman and Nicobar Islands). Despite its large population and densely populated regions, Indonesia has vast areas of wilderness that support one of the world's highest levels of biodiversity
The Indonesian archipelago has been a valuable region for trade since at least the 7th century when Srivijaya and later Majapahit traded with entities from mainland China and the Indian subcontinent. Local rulers gradually absorbed foreign influences from the early centuries, and Hinduist and Buddhiest kingdoms flourished. Sunni traders and Sufi scholars brought Islam, while Christianity was brought mostly through European explorers. Although sometimes interrupted by the Portuguese, French and British, the Dutch were the foremost colonial power for much of their 350-year presence in the archipelago. The concept of "Indonesia" as a nation-state emerged in the early 20th century, culminating later in the proclamation of Indonesian Independence in 1945. However, it was not until 1949 that the Dutch recognised Indonesia's sovereignty following an armed and diplomatic conflict between the two.
Indonesia consists of hundreds of distinc native ethnic and linguistic groups, with Javanese being the largest. A shared identity has developed with the motto "Bhinneka Tunggal Ika" ("Unity in Diversity" literally, "many, yet one"), defined by a national language, ethnic diversity, religious pluralism within a Muslim-majority population, and a history of colonialism and rebellion against it. The economy of Indonesia is the world's 16th-largest by nominal GDP and the 7th-largest by PPP. It is a regional power and is considered a middle power in global affairs. The country is a member of several multilateral organisations, including the United Nations, World Trade Organization, G20, and a founding member of the Non-Aligned Movement, Association of Southeast Asian Nations, East Asia Summit, and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation.
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