Mirit

Mirit is a district in the Kebumen region of Central Java, encompassing twenty-two smaller villages such as Miritpetikusan, Tlogodepok, and Lembupurwo. The area sits at a low elevation of about 8 meters and is characterized by agricultural land and rural settlements.

The district developed during the colonial period as an agricultural center in the Kebumen region. Local farmers integrated new cultivation techniques while maintaining their traditional Javanese farming methods.

Traditional Javanese ceremonies mark important agricultural milestones in Mirit, where residents gather to celebrate rice harvests with music and communal activities.

Visitors access the district through the road network connecting to Kebumen and can find lodging in local guesthouses and modest hotels. The best travel conditions occur from May through September when weather remains dry and pleasant.

The district lies at coordinates -7.770278, 109.805833, forming a connection point between coastal areas and inland agricultural territories of Central Java.

Location: Kebumen

Elevation above the sea: 8 m

GPS coordinates: -7.77028,109.80583

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:01