An Introduction to Indonesia

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INDONESIA 

 The Emerald of the Equator




Indonesia, is a vast country spanning over 1.9 million square kilometres
 and is the world’s 14th largest country in terms of land area. 
Indonesia is an archipelago of over 17,500 islands.






Fast Facts About Indonesia


Location : Southeastern Asia, archipelago between

the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean


Capital City : Jakarta

Official Language : Bahasa Indonesia  

Population :   253,609,643 (July 2014 est.)

Main Ethnic Groups : Javanese, Sundanese,
Indonesian (Malay), Madura

Major Languages : Bahasa Indonesia, English, Dutch,
Javanese, and other local dialects

Main Religions : Islam (more than 80%), Christianity,

Hinduism, Buddhism


Total Area : 1,919,443 square kilometers

(742,308 square miles)


Indonesia Coastline : 54,720 km


Currency : Rupiah


Main Agricultural Rice, coconuts, soy beans, bananas,

Products : coffee, tea, palm, rubber, sugar cane


Main Industries : Fishing, petroleum, timber, paper products,

cotton cloth, tourism, mining of petroleum,

natural gas, auxite, coal, and tin


GDP per Capita : U.S. $5,200 (2013 est.)




Exploring Indonesia


The Indonesian archipelago is known for its active volcanoes, 

deserted beaches, colorful tribes, remote villages, ancient ruins, 

and wildlife in dense jungles. Its lush vegetation along with its rich history 

and hundreds of unique cultures and languages 

has earned Indonesia the moniker 

"The Emerald of the Equator".


                

    
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References:

http://www.embassyofindonesia.org/basic-facts/

https://globerovers.com/indonesia-emerald-equator/


Photo Credits:

https://www.guideoftheworld.com/map-of-indonesia.html

https://www.climatepolicyinitiative.org/can-tropical-rainforests-benefit-surging
-voluntary-carbon-markets-case-indonesia/

https://aseanup.com/stunning-free-photos-indonesia/                             
                   











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  1. Ana GGAugust 28, 2022 at 10:25 AM

    This was an amazing introduction to your country!-Welcome.

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