Isra' and Mi'raj (estimated)

📣 Traveler notes

Indonesia is a vast archipelago comprising over 17,000 diverse islands, offering exploration beyond the popular destination of Bali.

• Major holidays can be regional; large events are often confined to specific local areas.
• Public holidays grant time off to Indonesian citizens across all religions.
• Major festivals, such as Nyepi (Hindu New Year), may temporarily close entire regions, including airports and ports.
• Chinese New Year is primarily observed in Chinese-populated regions.
• Good Friday is a significant holiday for Catholic communities.
• New Year's Day is a general public holiday.
• Use your right hand for eating and social interactions. While hand-eating is common, utensils (chopsticks, forks, spoons) are widely used, especially in formal settings.