The land of a thousand islands
Numerous spices grow in Indonesia, especially in the former "Spice Islands" of the Moluccas, such as nutmeg (pala) and cloves, as well as ginger (jahe), turmeric (kunyit), galangal (lengkuas), and pepper. Cinnamon, cardamom, and other herbs such as bay leaves, coriander, and tamarind are also cultivated there and characterize Indonesian cuisine.