Majalengka

Majalengka is an administrative district in West Java, Indonesia, that stretches across rolling countryside and fertile valleys. The regency connects rural villages with smaller towns through a network of paved roads and local connecting routes.

The area developed over centuries as an agricultural center cultivated by Sundanese communities. The administrative boundaries took their current form during Indonesian decentralization reforms in the early 21st century.

Locals often refer to the area using the traditional motto that emphasizes prosperity and community bonds. Sundanese phrases and traditional courtesy customs accompany everyday encounters in market halls and village centers.

The area is reached via the toll road from Cikopo to Palimanan or the nearby Kertajati International Airport. Local minibuses run regularly between villages and district capitals for daily errands.

Mount Panten draws paragliders from different countries who use its wide launch surfaces and thermal updrafts. Several international cross-country competitions have already been held on these slopes.

Location: West Java

Capital city: Majalengka

Elevation above the sea: 171 m

Shares border with: Indramayu, Cirebon, Kuningan, Ciamis, Tasikmalaya, Sumedang

Website: https://majalengkakab.go.id

GPS coordinates: -6.83527,108.22765

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:42