Indonesia as a Nation Culture

The Indonesia culture is as vibrant and versatile as its landscape and natural beauty. The rich Indonesian culture is the result of the influence of the various neighboring countries and its very own ethnic culture.

The influence of India and the China since the ancient times and the European and the Middle Eastern influence in the medieval age are behind the vibrant culture of Indonesia. Religions also had a big effect on the Indonesian culture.

Though a largest Muslim country in the world Indonesia still has the influence of Hinduism and Buddhism embedded in its everyday life. The culture of Indonesia is well depicted in the arts and crafts of this South Asian country.

Some of the prominent cultural sites of Indonesia are:

• Palembang which consists of the 18th century remnants of the Muslim rule
• Borobudur is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The site consists of the Hindu- Buddhist temple of the ninth century.
• Jakarta is also one of the cultural sites of Indonesia as it consists of a number of museums and markets which are dedicated to indigenous art and crafts.
• Taman Sari which is a water castle used by the kings and queens for bathing and relaxation.

The Fact of Indonesia 

Where is Indonesia?
The Republic of Indonesia is a country located in south-east Asia and Oceania.

What is the capital of Indonesia?

 

Jakarta is the capital city of Indonesia. Covering an area of 255 square miles, Jakarta is the largest city in the country. It is located on the north-west coast of Java and is officially known as the Special Capital Territory of Jakarta. As estimated in 2011, the city had a total population of 9,580,000. The capital city serves as the economic, cultural and political centre of the country.

What countries border Indonesia?
Indonesia is an archipelago consisting of approximately 13,000 islands. The country shares land borders with Papua New Guinea, East Timor, Singapore, Philippines, Australia, and Malaysia. The country also shares maritime boundaries with the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
How big is Indonesia?
With an area of 741,050 square miles, Indonesia is the sixteenth-largest country in the world in terms of land area.
What is the population of Indonesia?
According to the census conducted in 2011, Indonesia had an estimated population of 237,424,363; it is the fourth-most populous country in the world.
What are the ethnic groups in Indonesia?
Indonesia has a diverse population. There are hundreds of ethnic groups in the country. The largest ethnic group is the Javanese; almost forty-five percent of the population belong to this group. The second-largest group is the Sundanese on the island of Java. Other ethnic groups include Madurese and coastal Malays. There are also a number of Chinese-Indonesians in the country.
What are the administrative divisions of Indonesia?
Indonesia is divided into thirty-three provinces that are sub-divided into regencies and cities. The cities are further divided into districts and again into village groupings. The villages are divided into several citizen-groups which are sub-divided into several neighborhood-groups.
Who are the political leaders of Indonesia?
The government of Indonesia is a unitary, presidential constitutional republic.
President - Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono
Vice President - Boediono

(source:Maps of World)