Location: Southeast Asia, archipelago in the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. Neighbouring countries include Malaysia, East Timor and Papua New Guinea.
Capital: Jakarta
Tourist Attractions: Instances of terrorism in Indonesia that targeted crowded tourist spots and armed separatist movements in Aceh and Papua have not diminished Indonesia’s attractions in the least.. The ancient Buddhist stupa at Borubudur and Prambana, the largest Hindu temples outside India are frequently visited by tourists. The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary housing three temples as well as monkeys features high on tourist itineraries. The three colored lakes of Kelimutu set in deep craters near the summit of the Kelimutu volcano are also worth visiting.
Access: The Soekarno-Hatta and Ngurah Rai international airports of Indonesia receive international traffic. Indonesia is also connected by ferry services from Singapore and Malaysia. Land crossings exist between Malaysia and Indonesia, as well as between Irianjaya and Papua New Guinea.
Climate: The overall climatic condition in Indonesia is hot and humid. Whether it is the rainy season or dry, it still remains hot. The highlands and mountain areas tend to be cooler and more pleasant.