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  1. What is Indonesia known for? - Answers

    Indonesia is not physically part of any continent. It is an archipelago (a group of islands) between the Indian ocean and the Pacific Ocean. Geographically, it is included in the region of ...

  2. What is the old name of Indonesia? - Answers

    May 23, 2024 · Indonesia was ruled by many kingdoms prior to the arrival of Dutch Colonial. Two of the most powerful among these kingdoms are Sriwijaya and Majapahit. Indonesia was also referred to as …

  3. What is the Former name of the capital and largest city of Indonesia ...

    Dec 10, 2022 · Indonesia's capital city, Jakarta, was formerly known as Sunda Kelapa (from 397 to 1527), Jayakarta (from 1527 to 1619), Batavia (from 1619 to 1942), and Djakarta (from 1942 to 1972).

  4. Indonesia is known as the land of? - Answers

    "Thousands islands" while Maluku (Moluccas) formerly known as 'the spice islands'

  5. On what continent is Papua New Guinea? - Answers

    Sep 1, 2023 · West Papua is located on the island of New Guinea. Theoretically, it is not part of any physical continent, but it is part of Indonesia and hence regarded as part of the Asian continent.

  6. Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests? - Answers

    Jun 11, 2024 · Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests (TSMF), also known as tropical moist forests, are a tropical and subtropical forest biome. Tropical and subtropical forest regions with lower ...

  7. Is Mount Tambora near Krakatoa - Answers

    Jun 23, 2024 · Mount Krakatoa, also located in Indonesia, is known for its 1883 eruption that produced one of the most powerful volcanic explosions in recorded history.

  8. Why was Indonesia known as the 'Dutch East Indies'?

    Indonesia was a Dutch colony that's suited in the east of the Indian ocean until their independence in August 1945

  9. Why was the Philippine called pearl of the orient? - Answers

    May 1, 2024 · The Philippines is known as the "Pearl of the Orient" due to its natural beauty and strategic location in Southeast Asia.

  10. Which countries are not in the ring of fire? - Answers

    Jun 21, 2024 · These areas are known for their high volcanic and seismic activity due to their location along the Pacific Ring of Fire. The ring is the circle of countries that have volcanoes in it.