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Travelling there | Indonesia is well connected to the rest of the world with multiple airlines servicing its two main gateways — Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) and Bali's Ngurah Rai International Airport or Denpasar International Airport (DPS). |
Capital city | Jakarta. |
Population | 258.493 million. |
Religion | Indonesia has freedom of religion, but has six official ones: Islam, Protestantism, Catholicism, Hinduism, Buddhism and Confucianism. |
Language | Indonesian. |
Currency | Indonesian rupiah (IDR). |
Climate | Straddling the equator, Indonesia’s climate is tropical — hot with very high humidity — and wet and dry seasons. There are periodic short rain showers even in the dry season. |
Transport | Bemo (public minibuses) and taxis are probably the most common form of transport around town and inter-city. In cities, Ojek (motorcycle riders), becak (three-wheeled carts) and taxis abound. Commuter rail exists in very few cities. |
Best time to travel | Roughly speaking, the weather in Indonesia is split into wet and dry seasons, of which May to September is dry. The dry season coincides with peak tourist season. |
What to wear | While dress-sense is casual here, be conservative — especially when visiting temples. Take into consideration the heat and humidity — lightweight, natural fabrics will be more comfortable. If visiting the mountains, carry a jumper. Be prepared for sudden rain bursts. Avoid wearing shorts or swimwear outside resort areas. |
Top Destinations: Bali, Bunaken, Denpasar, Jakarta, Palembang, Probolinggo