Anambas Islands
The Anambas Islands are an archipelago of about 255 islands in the South China Sea, forming Anambas Islands Regency in Riau Islands Province, Indonesia. Located between Peninsular Malaysia and Borneo, the regency is centered on Tarempa on Siantan Island. Known for clear turquoise waters, white-sand beaches, coral reefs and marine biodiversity, the islands are recognized as a marine conservation area and emerging ecotourism destination accessible mainly by ferry and small aircraft.