Geography of Indonesia

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Indonesia's thousands of islands are unified as one country through shared governance, culture, and identity.

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Indonesia's thousands of islands are unified as one country through shared governance, culture, and identity.

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Indonesia has more than 17,000 islands.

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Indonesia has over 17,000 islands, making it incredibly vast and diverse.

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Map of Indonesia and its surroundings.

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Indonesia is surrounded by three land neighbors, at least two sea neighbors, five major islands, and two oceans.

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Indonesia's sea neighbors.

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Indonesia has at least two sea neighbors: the Philippines and Australia.

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The city of Padang in Sumatra is famous for Rendang, a dish often called one of the world’s most delicious foods.

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World-Famous Food: Rendang originates from Padang, Sumatra.

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Map of Indonesia highlighting West Sumatra.

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The map shows Indonesia, with West Sumatra being the region where the legend of Malin Kundang originates.

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Cultural significance of Borneo.

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Borneo's people and cultures, like the Dayak people, have preserved their traditions despite modern borders.

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Dayak people's connection to Borneo.

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The Dayak people are an indigenous group with deep cultural ties to Borneo's rainforests.

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Phinisi ships are a hallmark of Bugis sailors.

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These ships have been used to navigate the archipelago for hundreds of years.

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Sulawesi is a culturally rich island in Indonesia.

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It is known for its unique shape, Toraja homes, and Bugis sailors.