Indonesia Flashcards
Which European country colonized Indonesia?
The Netherlands
When did Indonesia declare its independence?
1945
What was the colonial name of Indonesia before independence?
Dutch East Indies
How many square kilometers big is Indonesia?
1.9 million square kilometers
How many islands make up Indonesia?
Over 17,000
What is the approximate population of Indonesia?
Around 280 million
What is the name of the strait separating Sumatra and Malaysia?
Strait of Malacca
What is the capital of Indonesia?
Jakarta
What is the largest island in Indonesia?
Borneo
Which Indonesian island is known for its active volcano, Mount Merapi?
Java
What is the highest mountain in Indonesia, and how high is it?
Puncak Jaya (4.884 meters high)
Which famous Indonesian island is known for its Komodo dragons?
Komodo Island
Which island is known as the “Island of the Gods”?
Bali
What is the name of the famous rice terraces in Bali?
Tegalalang Rice Terraces
How many people live on Bali?
Around 4.4 million