Location

Indonesia is located Southeast of Asia, between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. There is about 13,000 islands along Asia to Australia. The larger islands have fertile plains and lowlands. The larger islands also have central mountains. Indonesia’s coastline is 54,716 km. The highest point is Puncak Jaya 5,030m and the lowest point is Indian Ocean 0m.

Indonesia has a hot humid climate. The climate is tropical. Indonesia’s rainy seasons are October to April. The temperature is around 80 degrees F.

Political Map

Capital City and Provinces

The capital city is Jakarta. Indonesia has 33 provinces. There has been seven provinces created since 2000. The last province added is West Sulawesi in 2004.



The lime green on this map is West Sulawesi.

Famous Land Mark

Famous Landmark in Jakarta, Indonesia.


The soaring Monas National Monument is located in Jakarta. Commissioned by Indonesia’s first president, Sukarno. The monument was constructed from 1960 to 1975. The column rises above Medan Merdeka in the center of Jakarta. It honors Indonesia’s struggle for independence from The Netherlands.

Some More Maps

This map is showing the major cites in Indonesia.


Indonesia is located Southeast of Asia. It is between the Indian and Pacific Oceans.

Communication

Communication
People in Indonesia use cell phones and phones to communicate. They also use the internet, television and radio. The official language of indonesia is Indonesian.

Transportation

Transportation

People in Indonesia use trains, vans, boats, and in some towns and cities people use horse and cart. Some people also use planes, taxies,mopeds and mini buses.