With 282 million people and over 700 languages spoken, the national motto is Bhinneka Tunggal Ika — Unity in Diversity .
Indonesia's story is one of empires, trade, and a fierce fight for independence: Indonesia.zip
Indonesia is the world's largest archipelagic country, consisting of over 17,500 islands . With 282 million people and over 700 languages
The Dutch established the Dutch East India Company (VOC) in 1602, exploiting the region's spices and labor for over 300 years. consisting of over 17
The "Big Five" are Sumatra , Java , Kalimantan (Borneo), Sulawesi , and Papua . 🎨 Culture & Life
Following a brutal Japanese occupation during WWII, Indonesia declared independence on August 17, 1945 , followed by a four-year revolution against returning Dutch forces. 🌏 Geography & People