Magetan

Magetan is an administrative regency in western East Java, located inland with hilly terrain and several water bodies. The area covers roughly 688 square kilometers at an elevation of approximately 262 meters.

The regency was established as part of Indonesia's administrative reorganization following national independence. Its creation shaped the modern governance structure and reinforced Java's traditional administrative divisions.

The name comes from the local language and refers to the area's position between mountain ranges. People here weave traditional Javanese values into everyday life across the region.

The regency sits in hilly terrain with good road access through local routes. Visitors should expect variable weather conditions and prepare for the undulating landscape.

Lake Sarangan within the area is the setting for an annual ceremony where residents make traditional offerings. This ritual connects ancient practices to the lake's natural setting.

Location: East Java

Capital city: Magetan

Elevation above the sea: 262 m

Shares border with: Ngawi, Madiun, Ponorogo, Wonogiri, Karanganyar

Website: http://magetan.go.id

GPS coordinates: -7.65000,111.36667

Latest update: December 14, 2025 19:04