Indonesia

Flag Description Two equal horizontal bands of red (top) and white; similar to the flag of monaco, which is shorter; also similar to the flag of poland, which is white (top) and red. Currency Indonesian rupiah. Astronomy Today's date is May 12, 2008. There is currently a First Quarter Moon. Location Southeastern asia, archipelago between the indian ocean and the pacific ocean. Climate Tropical; hot, humid; more moderate in highlands. Terrain Mostly coastal lowlands; larger islands have interior mountains. Elevation Extremes The lowest point is at Indian Ocean 0 m. The highest point is at Puncak Jaya 5,030 m.

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Indonesia

This is a map of Indonesia. The map illustrates the location of Jakarta and its proximity to Sumatra, Java, Makassar, and the Indian Ocean.

Other countries on this map include: Malaysia / Thailand / Australia

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