Indonesia Facts

Indonesia is perhaps one of the most interesting places to travel to; its culture, people, and the beautiful islands that make up this biggest archipelago in the world has been enough reason for tourists to take their wandering feet to one of South East Asia’s most remarkable places, Indonesia. Here are some Indonesia facts that may help you in your travel to the amazing archipelagic nation of Indonesia:

Indonesia Facts – Language
The official language of Indonesia is Bahasa; however, there are a lot of other dialects spoken, and English is also widely understood in places like Jakarta and other tourist resorts.

Indonesia Facts – Currency
The official currency of Indonesia is Rupiah or abbreviated as IDR; it is divided to 100 sen. Foreign currencies can simply be exchanged at money changers, hotels, and banks in main tourist destinations; the US dollar is mainly the accepted currency. Travelers cheques (not always accepted widely) in US dollars are much advised, although cash often gives better exchange rate. The majority of major credit cards are acknowledged at restaurants, stores that cater to tourist trade, and hotels. ATM’s are also available in major centers. It is always recommended for tourists to bring small change as it is frequently unavailable, as well as small denomination of notes and coins especially for bus fares, cool drinks, and temple donations.

Indonesia Facts – Time
There are three time zones in Indonesia: GMT + 7 in the West, including Sumatra and Java; GMT + 8 in Central Indonesia, including Lombok, Sulawesi, and Bali; and GMT + 9 in the East, including Irian Jaya.

Indonesia Facts – Electricity
The electrical current of Indonesia is generally 120/130 volts (50Hz). Various plugs are used including the UK “three-pin” style plug and European “two-pin” style plug.

Indonesia Facts – Communications
Indonesia’s international access code is +62; 001 or 008 followed the country code called is the outgoing code used in Indonesia (it is no longer necessary to dial zero first). Area or city codes are also used such as 21 – Jakarta and 36 – Bali; an operator-assisted call for international calls is 101. There are also local operators of mobile phones that use GSM networks, which also have roaming agreements to the majority of international operators. Internet cafes are also on-hand in major resorts and main towns.

Indonesia Facts – Duty Free
Tourists traveling to Indonesia above eighteen years of age don’t have to pay duty for alcohols up to one liter; personal goods valued at US$250 for every passenger or US$1000 per family; personal use perfumes; and two-hundred cigarettes. Travelers who enter not on tourist visa pay duties for film cameras and photo unless the equipment has been listed in ones passport through Indonesian Customs.

These helpful facts may perhaps compliment your Indonesia knowledge and get you ready for an exciting visit and adventurous trip to Indonesia. So, get those bags packed, and make that next stop Indonesia.