Indonesia

Southeast Asia, Indonesia
Indonesia

People from Indonesia are called:

Male/General:

Indonesian

Pronunciation:

/ˌɪndoʊˈniːʒən/

Quick Facts

Population:
277,534,122 (2024 est.)
Country:
Indonesia
Region:
Southeast Asia

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Etymology & Origin

From Greek 'Indos' (India) and 'nesos' (island). The demonym 'Indonesian' refers to the nation's people.

About Indonesia

  • Capital city: Jakarta.
  • World's largest archipelago with over 17,000 islands.
  • Fourth most populous country in the world.
  • Most populous Muslim-majority nation.
  • Known for diverse cultures, tropical biodiversity, and volcanic landscapes.

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