Muslims pray in Jakarta

Home to Christianity, Islam, Buddhism and Hinduism, Indonesia is a land deeply affected by spirituality.

In most places you'll find Indonesians heading off to the mosque - the country is 90% Muslim.

The Balinese, however, are Hindu, and their small brick temples attract throngs of followers on Hindu holidays.

Gunung Bromo is Indonesia's most photographed volcano

As a chain of volcanic islands, Indonesia is well-endowed with peaks to bag. Most of the volcanic craters are dormant, but a few still gurgle, bubble and occasionally blow their top.

Kuta Beach on the island of Bali is a great place to learn to surf

Indonesia is home to some of the world's best surf breaks and attracts professional surfers for major contests.

There are numerous breaks of varying size and consistency, so if you are a serious about this sport, bring a quiver of boards to suit different waves.