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Central Sulawesi Bollards

Bollards in Central Sulawesi are painted black on the bottom, white in the middle, and yellow on the top.

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Indonesian Bollard Designs

Indonesia commonly features black-and-white bollards in square or circular shapes, as well as yellow-and-black bollards that may include a red reflector.

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Central Sulawesi Bollards

Bollards in Central Sulawesi are uniquely painted black on the bottom, white in the middle, and yellow on the top.

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Indonesian Bollard Designs

Indonesia commonly uses black-and-white bollards in square or circular shapes, as well as yellow-and-black bollards that may feature a red reflector.

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Central Sulawesi Bollards

Bollards in Central Sulawesi feature a unique paint scheme consisting of a black bottom, a white middle, and a yellow top.

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Indonesian Bollard Designs

Indonesia commonly features black-and-white bollards in square or circular shapes, as well as yellow-and-black bollards that may include a red reflector.

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Indonesian License Plates

Indonesian license plates are black with white letters. These letters usually appear as three white sections through blur.

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Commercial Vehicle License Plates

Commercial vehicles in Indonesia use yellow license plates.

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License Plate Placement

In Indonesia, vehicles display license plates on both the front and the back.

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Black Indonesian Licence Plates

Indonesian licence plates are black with white letters. These letters usually appear as three white sections through the blur.

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Motorcycle License Plates

In Indonesia, motorcycles feature front license plates, unlike other Southeast Asian countries where they are not used.

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Motorcycle Front License Plates

Motorcycles in Indonesia feature front license plates, unlike in other Southeast Asian countries.

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Motorcycle Front License Plates

Motorcycles in Indonesia feature front license plates, unlike other Southeast Asian countries which do not use them.

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Commercial Vehicle License Plates

Commercial vehicles in Indonesia use yellow license plates.

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Commercial Vehicle License Plates

Commercial vehicles use yellow license plates.

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Indonesian Licence Plates

Indonesian licence plates are black with white letters. The characters typically appear as three white sections through the blur.

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Indonesian Cigarette Advertisements

Cigarette advertisements across Indonesia typically feature a black or red color scheme, a price of around 18,000 Rp, illustrated graphic warnings, and the word 'PERINGATAN'.

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Indonesian Word for Television

The Indonesian translation for television is 'televisi', which is similar to the Dutch word 'televisie', while the Malaysian translation is 'televisyen'.

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Indonesian Cigarette Advertisements

Cigarette advertisements throughout Indonesia commonly feature a black or red color scheme, a price of approximately 18,000 Rp, and illustrated graphic pictures. These ads also display the word 'PERINGATAN'.

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Indonesian Word for Television

The Indonesian word for television is 'televisi', which is similar to the Dutch 'televisie'. This differs from the Malaysian translation 'televisyen', which is closer to English.

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Indonesian Cigarette Ad Warning

Cigarette ads in Indonesia display the word 'PERINGATAN' and often include illustrated graphic pictures.

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Indonesian and Malaysian Spelling

The English word 'television' translates to 'televisi' in Indonesian, which is similar to the Dutch 'televisie', while the Malaysian translation is 'televisyen', which is closer to English.

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Churches and Christian Signs

Although Indonesia is a Muslim-majority country, encountering churches and other Christian signs is a helpful clue for identifying specific regions.

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Indonesian Sign Postal Codes

Some Indonesian signs display five-digit postal codes, though kabupaten names appear significantly more often. These postal codes are grouped by their starting digit, ranging from 1xxxx in Jakarta to 9xxxx in Maluku and Papua.

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Kabupaten Regency Signs

Signs and billboards across Indonesia frequently display the names of second-level subdivisions called 'Kabupaten' or 'Kab', which translate to regencies. There are 417 of these regencies covered by Street View across the provinces.

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Road Signs and Postal Codes

Some Indonesian road signs display five-digit postal codes in addition to kabupaten names. These postal codes are grouped by their starting digit, ranging from 1xxxx in Jakarta to 9xxxx in Maluku and Papua.

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Churches and Christian Signs

Indonesia is a Muslim-majority country, so seeing churches and other Christian signs serves as a clue for these regions.

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Churches and Christian Signs

Although Indonesia is a Muslim-majority nation, the presence of churches and Christian signs can help identify specific regions.

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Kabupaten Regency Signs

The names of second-level subdivisions in Indonesia, known as "Kabupaten" or "Kab" for short, can be found on signs and billboards. There are 417 of these regencies covered by Street View across the provinces.

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Kabupaten Regency Signs

Signs and billboards throughout Indonesia frequently display the names of second-level subdivisions called 'Kabupaten' or 'Kab', which translate to regencies. There are 417 of these regencies covered by Street View across the country's provinces.

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Indonesian Sign Postal Codes

Some signs display five-digit postal codes, which are grouped by their starting digit. These codes range from 1xxxx in Jakarta to 9xxxx in Maluku and Papua.

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Yellow Centre Lines

Yellow centre lines are rare in Generation 3 coverage, as Indonesia only recently started using this colour for its road lines.

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Indonesia Yellow Center Lines

Yellow center lines are rare in Generation 3 coverage. Indonesia recently started using this color for its road lines.

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Road Line Colors

In Indonesia, both the outside and inside road lines are white.

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Indonesian Road Lines

In Indonesia, both the outside and inside road lines are white.

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Indonesia Road Line Colors

In Indonesia, both the outer and inner road lines are white.

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Yellow Centre Lines

In Generation 3 coverage, yellow centre lines are rare because Indonesia only recently started using this colour for its road lines.

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Bali Architecture & Andesite

Balinese architecture is influenced by old Balinese culture and Hinduism, featuring distinctive gates and temples. Dark, volcanic andesite is a common building material for many structures in Bali.

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Eastern Bali White SUV

A white SUV with black bars and a wooden plank on the roof is rarely seen in eastern Bali.

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Tongkonan Houses of South Sulawesi

In a small region of South Sulawesi around the city of Rante Pao, traditional Tongkonan houses feature distinctive saddle-shaped roofs. These unique structures are also elevated from the ground.

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Balinese Architecture

Balinese architecture is influenced by old Balinese culture and Hinduism. Andesite, a dark volcanic rock, is a common building material in Bali.

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Tongkonan Houses of South Sulawesi

Around the city of Rante Pao in South Sulawesi, traditional houses called Tongkonan feature distinctive saddle-shaped roofs. These structures are also elevated from the ground.

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Tongkonan Houses of South Sulawesi

Around the city of Rante Pao in South Sulawesi, traditional Tongkonan houses feature distinctive saddle-shaped roofs. These structures are also elevated from the ground.

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Bali White SUV

A white SUV with black bars and a wooden plank on the roof can rarely be seen in eastern Bali.

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Balinese Architecture

Balinese architecture is influenced by old Balinese culture and Hinduism. Andesite, a dark, volcanic rock, is a common building material in Bali.

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Eastern Bali White SUV

A white SUV with black bars and a wooden plank on the roof is rarely seen in eastern Bali.

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Vegetation of the Nusas

The Nusas are drier than other regions in Indonesia. Vegetation there tends to look less tropical, appearing lower and shrubbier.

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Nias Island Palm Roofs

On Nias Island, located southwest of North Sumatra, steeply pitched roofs made of palm tree leaves can sometimes be seen.

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Palm Leaf Roofs of Nias

On Nias Island, located southwest of North Sumatra, buildings can sometimes feature steeply pitched roofs made of palm tree leaves.

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Vegetation of the Nusas

The Nusas are drier than other regions in Indonesia. Consequently, the vegetation there tends to be lower, shrubbier, and less tropical in appearance.

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Nias Island Palm Roofs

On Nias Island, located southwest of North Sumatra, steeply pitched roofs made of palm tree leaves can sometimes be seen.

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Vegetation of the Nusas

The Nusas are drier than other regions in Indonesia, featuring vegetation that is lower, shrubbier, and less tropical.

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Palu Bay Terrain

Located just north of Palu city, the slightly north-west facing Palu Bay features mountains to its west and a flat, more urbanized landscape to its east.

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North Sumba Savannah

A savannah landscape is occasionally seen on northern Sumba.

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Lake Toba and Samosir Island

The region around Lake Toba in North Sumatra features surrounding mountains and Samosir Island in the middle. Overcast coverage is common in this area.

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Lake Toba Region

The region around Lake Toba in North Sumatra is characterized by surrounding mountains and Samosir Island in the middle. Overcast coverage is also common in this area.

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Indonesian Roof Types

Plain sheet metal roofs are more common in northern Indonesia, where tiled roofs are not found. They are most commonly found on Kalimantan, Sulawesi, and Sumatra.

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North Sumba Savannah

A savannah landscape is occasionally seen on north Sumba.

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Sheet Metal Roof Distribution

Plain sheet metal roofs are more common toward the north, particularly on Kalimantan, Sulawesi, and Sumatra. Tiled roofs are not found in these northern areas.

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Palu Bay Terrain

Located just north of Palu city, this slightly north-west facing bay features mountains to its west and a flat, more urbanized landscape to its east.

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Lake Toba Region

The Lake Toba region in North Sumatra is characterized by surrounding mountains and Samosir Island in the center. Overcast skies are also common in this area.

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Northern Sheet Metal Roofs

Plain sheet metal roofs are most commonly found toward the north on Kalimantan, Sulawesi, and Sumatra, where tiled roofs are not found.

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North Sumba Savannah

A savannah landscape is occasionally seen on north Sumba.

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Palu Bay Terrain

Located just north of Palu city, this slightly north-west facing bay features mountains to its west and a flat, more urbanized landscape to its east.

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Indented Poles

Poles with an indent on both sides are found in West Java, Jakarta, and Banten.

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Indented Utility Poles

Utility poles featuring an indent on both sides are found in West Java, Jakarta, and Banten.

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Lesser Sunda Islands Poles

In the Lesser Sunda Islands, utility poles can feature an extra long support on the pole top.

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Trident Style Pole Tops

Trident-style pole tops are most commonly found in Central Java and Yogyakarta. They are rarely present in South and West Kalimantan, North Sumatra, and Riau.

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Indonesian Utility Pole Tops

Indonesia uses two types of utility pole tops, which are distinguished by whether the bar holding the insulators is symmetrical or asymmetrical to the pole.

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Generation 3 Antenna Coverage

Generation 3 antenna coverage is most commonly found on Java, particularly in East Java, and is very rarely seen on Bali in and around Denpasar.

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Lesser Sunda Island Poles

In the Lesser Sunda Islands, poles can feature an extra long support on the pole top.

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Indonesian Utility Poles

Utility poles in Indonesia are typically round and made of concrete or steel. Many steel poles are painted black and feature the colors of the Indonesian flag.

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Sulawesi and Gorontalo Pole Tops

Utility poles in North Sulawesi, Central Sulawesi, and Gorontalo commonly feature an extra attachment directly beneath the horizontal bar.

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Central Sulawesi Taped Poles

Thin, black poles with light blue and green tape near the top are often found next to regular poles near the East Peninsula of Central Sulawesi. These poles are rarely seen in northern South East Sulawesi.

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Bali Utility Pole Paint

Utility poles in Bali featuring paint with horizontal text are usually dark blue.

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Central Sulawesi Utility Poles

Thin, black poles are often positioned next to regular utility poles near the East Peninsula of Central Sulawesi. These poles typically feature light blue and green tape near the top and are rarely seen in northern South East Sulawesi.

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Asymmetrical Utility Poles

Asymmetrical utility poles with two supports below the bar occur mainly on Sumatra and southern Sulawesi. They are not commonly seen in Kalimantan or Java.

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Bali Rectangle Pole Attachments

A rectangular attachment can be found on the tops of utility poles, which is mostly unique to Bali. This feature also appears in the Lesser Sunda Island.

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North Sumatra Utility Poles

Almost exclusive to North Sumatra, these utility poles feature an even bar holding an uneven arrangement of insulators, with one on one side and two on the other.

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Lesser Sunda Island Poles

On the Lesser Sunda Islands, utility poles can be found with an extra long support on the pole top.

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Indonesian Utility Pole Tops

Indonesia utilizes two types of utility pole tops, which are distinguished by whether the bar holding the insulators is symmetrical or asymmetrical to the pole itself.

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Generation 3 Antenna Coverage

Generation 3 antenna coverage is most commonly found on Java, particularly in East Java, and is very rarely seen on Bali in and around Denpasar. Most of the western antenna coverage has been overwritten by Generation 4.

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Triangle Pole Attachments

In certain regions of Indonesia, utility poles feature a triangle attachment located under the horizontal bar.

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Bali Utility Pole Paint

Utility poles in Bali often feature paint with horizontal text. This paint is typically dark blue, though other variations exist.

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Sulawesi and Gorontalo Utility Poles

Utility pole tops in North Sulawesi, Central Sulawesi, and Gorontalo commonly feature an extra attachment directly beneath the horizontal bar.

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Indonesia Utility Poles

Utility poles are typically round and made of steel or concrete. Many steel poles are painted black and feature Indonesian flag colors.

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Sulawesi Crossbar Poles

Utility poles in Sulawesi commonly feature crossbars with the flat part facing away from the pole.

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Indonesian Utility Pole Tops

Indonesia features two types of utility pole tops, which are distinguished by whether the bar holding the insulators is symmetrical or asymmetrical to the pole.

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Sulawesi and Gorontalo Pole Tops

Utility poles in North Sulawesi, Central Sulawesi, and Gorontalo commonly feature an extra attachment directly beneath the horizontal bar.

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Asymmetrical Two-Support Poles

Asymmetrical utility poles with two supports below the bar are found mainly on Sumatra and in southern Sulawesi. They are not commonly seen in Kalimantan or Java.

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Rectangular Pole Top Attachments

A rectangular attachment can be found on utility pole tops in Indonesia. This feature is mostly unique to Bali and also appears in the Lesser Sunda Islands.

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A-Shaped Pole Supports

Utility poles with a support shaped like the letter A are common in Kalimantan and the Nusa islands.

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Sulawesi Utility Poles

Utility poles with the flat part of the crossbar facing away from the pole are commonly found in Sulawesi.

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Indonesian Utility Poles

Many steel utility poles in Indonesia are painted black and feature the colors of the Indonesian flag.

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Central Sulawesi Utility Poles

Thin, black poles with light blue and green tape near the top are often found next to regular poles near the East Peninsula of Central Sulawesi. These poles are rarely seen in northern South East Sulawesi.

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North Sumatra Utility Poles

These utility poles, almost exclusive to North Sumatra, feature an even crossbar with an uneven distribution of insulators, having one on one side and two on the other.

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Trident Style Pole Tops

Trident-style pole tops are most commonly found in Central Java and Yogyakarta. They are rarely seen in South and West Kalimantan, North Sumatra, and Riau.

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Double-Indented Utility Poles

Utility poles with an indent on both sides are located in West Java, Jakarta, and Banten.

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Bali Utility Pole Paint

Utility poles in Bali often feature paint with horizontal text. This paint is usually dark blue.

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Generation 3 Antenna Coverage

Generation 3 antenna coverage is most commonly found on Java, particularly in East Java, and is very rarely seen on Bali in and around Denpasar. Most of the western Java coverage has been overwritten by Generation 4.

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Asymmetrical Utility Poles

Asymmetrical poles with two supports below the bar occur mainly on Sumatra and southern Sulawesi. They are not commonly seen in Kalimantan or Java.

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Rectangular Pole Top Attachments

A rectangular attachment can be found on pole tops, which is mostly unique to Bali and also appears in the Lesser Sunda Islands.

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Sulawesi Utility Poles

Utility poles in Sulawesi commonly feature crossbars with the flat part facing away from the pole.

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A-Shaped Pole Supports

Utility poles featuring an A-shaped support are commonly found in Kalimantan and the Nusa islands.

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North Sumatra Utility Poles

Almost exclusive to North Sumatra, these poles feature an even bar holding the insulators, with one insulator on one side and two on the other.

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Trident Style Pole Tops

Trident-style pole tops are most commonly found in Central Java and Yogyakarta. They are rarely located in South and West Kalimantan, North Sumatra, and Riau.

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A-Shaped Pole Supports

Utility poles featuring a support shaped like the letter A are common in Kalimantan and the Nusa islands.

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Triangle Attachment Utility Poles

Certain utility poles in Indonesia feature a triangle attachment located under the horizontal bar.

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Driving Side

In Indonesia, traffic drives on the left.

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Oil Palm Plantation Distribution

In Indonesia, oil palm plantations are primarily concentrated in Sumatra and Kalimantan. They are rarely seen in Sulawesi.

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Green Bridges of Kalimantan

Bridges in the provinces of South and Central Kalimantan often feature green paint on their sides.

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Driving Side

Traffic in Indonesia drives on the left side of the road.

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Indonesia Coverage Limitations

Coverage in Indonesia is limited, with no coverage on Papua or its adjacent islands. Additionally, coverage is sparse in regions such as Kalimantan, Aceh, Central Sulawesi, and North Maluku.

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The Indonesian Rupiah

The official currency of Indonesia is the Rupiah (Rp).

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Official Currency

The official currency of Indonesia is the Rupiah, which is abbreviated as Rp.

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Red and White Banners

Rows of red and white banners can be found all around Indonesia.

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Indonesian and Malaysian Spelling

Although Indonesian and Malaysian look highly similar, Indonesian spelling has been influenced by Dutch, while Malaysian spelling has been influenced by English.

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Road Line Markings

Indonesia features white or yellow centre lines, which can be solid or dashed. The outer road lines are always white.

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Bali Black Cab Clue

A black cab with men sitting in the truck bed can be seen near Jagasatru on Bali.

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South Kalimantan Karst Formations

Eastern South Kalimantan features karst formations. These formations are located particularly along the highway into East Kalimantan.

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Central Kalimantan Camera Glitch

A camera glitch resembling a Moiré pattern is found throughout Central Kalimantan.

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Black Generation 3 Coverage

Black Generation 3 coverage can be found almost everywhere in Indonesia, but is most common in Sulawesi.

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Driving Side

Traffic in Indonesia drives on the left side of the road.

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Gable Horn Roofs

Roofs with gable horns are most commonly found in Kalimantan.

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Kalimantan Wooden Chip Roofs

Unique roofs made of wooden chips can be found on Kalimantan.

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Boat-Shaped Roofs

West Sumatra features distinct boat-shaped roofs.

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Sumba High-Pitched Roofs

Distinct roofs with uniquely high-pitched peaks can be found on the island of Sumba.

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Sulawesi Roof Slots

Horizontal slots located inside the triangular portions of roofs are almost entirely unique to Southern Sulawesi.

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West Sumatra Boat Roofs

West Sumatra features distinct boat-shaped roofs.

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Jagasatru Black Cab

A black cab with men sitting in the truck bed can be seen near Jagasatru on Bali.

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Tiled Roof Distribution

Tiled roofs are most commonly found on the island of Java. They can also sometimes be seen in nearby regions, including southern Sumatra, the Lesser Sunda Islands, and South Kalimantan.

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South Kalimantan Karst Formations

Eastern South Kalimantan features karst formations, particularly along the highway into East Kalimantan.

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Black Generation 3 Coverage

Black Generation 3 coverage can be found almost everywhere in Indonesia, but it is most common in Sulawesi.

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Kalimantan Wooden Chip Roofs

Unique roofs made out of wooden chips can be found in Kalimantan.

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Kalimantan Gable Horn Roofs

Roofs with gable horns are most commonly found in Kalimantan.

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Kalimantan Wooden Roofs

Unique roofs made out of wooden chips can be found in Kalimantan.

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Southern Sulawesi Roof Slots

Horizontal slots inside the triangular sections of roofs are almost unique to Southern Sulawesi.

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Indonesian Tiled Roof Distribution

Tiled roofs are most commonly found on the island of Java. They can also sometimes be seen in nearby regions, including southern Sumatra, the Lesser Sunda Islands, and South Kalimantan.

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Bangka Belitung Islands Soil

In the Bangka Belitung islands, red soil is commonly topped with a layer of white soil. This white soil can often be seen spilling onto the roads.

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Boat-Shaped Roofs

West Sumatra features distinct boat-shaped roofs.

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Oil Palm Plantation Distribution

Within Indonesia, oil palm plantations are mostly concentrated in Sumatra and Kalimantan, and are rarely seen in Sulawesi.

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Kalimantan Bridge Paint

Bridges in the provinces of South and Central Kalimantan often feature green paint on their sides.

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Sulawesi Painted Fences

Fences on the island of Sulawesi are typically painted white with blue or red.

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Indonesia Coverage Gaps

Coverage in Indonesia is limited, with no coverage on Papua or adjacent islands. Coverage is also sparse in areas such as Kalimantan, Aceh, Central Sulawesi, and North Maluku.

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Indonesian Red and White Banners

Rows of red and white banners are found all around Indonesia.

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Indonesian Language Influences

Indonesian is similar to Malaysian, but Indonesian has been influenced by Dutch. This influence can lead to small spelling differences.

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Indonesian Yellow Waystones

Indonesia features unique yellow waystones that are angled towards the road and have a cutout near the top. These stones display shorthand for three cities or towns, with the largest city positioned at the top within the cutout.

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Indonesian Road Markings

In Indonesia, centre lines are either white or yellow and can be solid or dashed. Outer road lines are always white.

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North Sumatran Boat Roofs

North Sumatra features distinct boat-shaped roofs. These roofs are less angled upward and do not feature spires.

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Hills of Gorontalo

In the province of Gorontalo, very rounded green hills covered with clusters of palms, sugarcane, or corn are extremely common.

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Indonesia Rice Production

The majority of Indonesia's rice production is concentrated in Java. Rice production can also be found in South Sulawesi and South Sumatra, and rarely in other provinces.

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Sulawesi Painted Fences

Fences painted mostly white with blue or red are typically found on the island of Sulawesi.

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Satellite Dish Angles

In Indonesia, satellite dishes usually point toward the middle of West Kalimantan, facing north if you are south of the equator and south if you are north of it. The angle of the dish also indicates your distance from the equator.

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Yellow Waystones with Cutouts

Indonesia features unique, usually yellow waystones that are angled towards the road and have a cutout near the top. These stones display shorthand for three cities or towns, with the largest one positioned at the top within the cutout.

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North Sumatran Boat Roofs

North Sumatra features distinct boat-shaped roofs that are less angled upward and do not feature spires.

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Bangka Belitung Soil

The Bangka Belitung islands commonly feature red soil topped with a layer of white soil. This white soil is often visible spilling onto the roads.

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Gorontalo Province Hills

In the province of Gorontalo, very rounded green hills are extremely common. These hills are typically covered with clusters of palms, sugarcane, or corn.

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Rice Production Locations

The majority of rice production in Indonesia is concentrated in Java, though it is also sometimes found in South Sulawesi and South Sumatra. It is rarely found in other provinces.

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Satellite Dish Orientation

Satellite dishes in Indonesia typically point toward the middle of West Kalimantan, with their north or south orientation indicating which side of the equator you are on. The angle of the dish also reveals your distance from the equator.

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Central Kalimantan Camera Glitch

A camera glitch resembling a Moiré pattern is found throughout Central Kalimantan.

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Sumba High-Pitched Roofs

Distinct roofs with uniquely high-pitched peaks can be found on Sumba.

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Bali Black Cab

A black cab with men sitting in the truck bed can be seen near Jagasatru on Bali.

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Gable Horn Roofs

Roofs with gable horns are most commonly found in Kalimantan.

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Bangka Belitung Soil

Red soil topped with a layer of white soil is most commonly found in the Bangka Belitung islands. On these islands, the white soil can often be seen spilling onto the road.

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Indonesian Rice Production

The majority of rice production is concentrated in Java, though it is also sometimes found in South Sulawesi and South Sumatra. It is rarely located in other provinces.

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Satellite Dish Orientation

In Indonesia, satellite dishes usually point toward the middle of West Kalimantan, with their angle indicating your distance from the equator. A dish pointing north indicates you are south of the equator, while one pointing south indicates you are north of it.

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Indonesian Yellow Waystones

Indonesia features unique yellow waystones angled toward the road with a cutout near the top. These stones display shorthand for three cities, with the largest city positioned at the top within the cutout.

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Central Kalimantan Camera Glitch

A camera glitch resembling a Moiré pattern is found throughout Central Kalimantan.

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South Kalimantan Karst Formations

Eastern South Kalimantan features karst formations. These formations are located particularly along the highway into East Kalimantan.

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Black Generation 3 Coverage

Black Generation 3 coverage is found almost everywhere in Indonesia, but it is most common in Sulawesi.

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North Sumatra Boat-Shaped Roofs

North Sumatra features distinct boat-shaped roofs. These roofs are less angled upward and do not feature spires.

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High-Pitched Roofs of Sumba

Distinct roofs with uniquely high-pitched peaks can be found on the island of Sumba.

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Sulawesi Roof Slots

Horizontal slots located inside the triangular sections of roofs are almost unique to Southern Sulawesi.

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Tiled Roof Distribution

Tiled roofs are most commonly found on the island of Java. They can also sometimes be seen in nearby regions, including southern Sumatra, the Lesser Sunda Islands, and South Kalimantan.

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Rounded Hills of Gorontalo

Very rounded green hills covered with clusters of palms, sugarcane, or corn are extremely common in the province of Gorontalo.

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Oil Palm Plantation Distribution

In Indonesia, oil palm plantations are mostly concentrated in Sumatra and Kalimantan, and are rarely seen in Sulawesi.

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Kalimantan Bridge Paint

Bridges in South and Central Kalimantan often feature green paint on their sides.

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Sulawesi Painted Fences

Fences found on the island of Sulawesi are typically painted white with blue or red.

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Indonesian and Malaysian Spelling

Although Indonesian and Malaysian look very similar, Indonesian spelling has been influenced by Dutch, while Malaysian has been influenced by English.

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Indonesian Coverage Limits

Coverage in Indonesia is limited, with none present on Papua or adjacent islands. Additionally, coverage is sparse in regions such as Kalimantan, Aceh, Central Sulawesi, and North Maluku.

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Indonesian Official Currency

The official currency of Indonesia is the Rupiah, abbreviated as Rp.

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Red and White Banners

Rows of red and white banners can be found throughout Indonesia.

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Indonesian Road Markings

Indonesia features white or yellow center lines, which can be solid or dashed, while the outer road lines are always white.

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