Ciawi, Administrative district in Bogor, Indonesia.
Ciawi is an administrative district in Bogor composed of thirteen villages spread across the surrounding area at an elevation of around 555 meters. The territory sits in West Java and includes various settlements connected through local roads and transport routes.
In 1975, the district was considered as a potential new administrative center for Bogor Regency but was ultimately chosen against due to Cibinong's better location. This decision shaped its development path and role within the region afterward.
The district shows strong Sundanese traditions shaped by Javanese and Betawi communities that settled here over time. These groups have left their mark on local customs and the languages people speak daily.
The Jagorawi Toll Road terminus and a bus station here provide direct connections to Jakarta, Bogor, and other major cities in the region. These transport links make it easy to reach from surrounding areas and connect onward to larger destinations.
The name comes from the Awi River, with 'Ci' meaning river in the local language and reflecting the water-rich geography of the area. This naming tradition shows how natural landmarks have shaped place identities in this region for generations.
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