Sungai Penuh

Sungai Penuh is a city in Jambi province located in the western highlands of Sumatra. It serves as an administrative center and contains several districts organized within its municipal boundaries.

The city was established on July 1, 1917, as part of the Kerinci administrative district. It became an independent city with its own administration in 2008.

The Agung Mosque serves as a gathering place where the community comes together for prayer and celebrations. Visitors can observe how Islamic traditions shape daily life and bring people together in this mountain city.

The city sits at elevation in hilly terrain, so expect slopes when walking around. Bring comfortable footwear and plan for the cooler mountain climate.

Despite sitting in the mountains, the city developed as a trading hub for surrounding agricultural areas. This heritage still shapes how local markets and commerce operate today.

Location: Jambi

Inception: July 1, 1917

Elevation above the sea: 811 m

Shares border with: Kerinci, South Pesisir

Website: http://sungaipenuhkota.go.id

GPS coordinates: -2.06361,101.39611

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:05