Bantaeng

Bantaeng is an administrative regency in South Sulawesi with eight districts distributed across land and coastal areas. The region contains multiple administrative centers and villages that form a traditional governance network.

The region was established as a coastal settlement and played an important role in maritime trade routes of Southeast Asia. This strategic location shaped its development over centuries.

Each of the eight districts within Bantaeng Regency maintains local administrative centers and villages, reflecting the traditional Indonesian governmental structure.

Visitors can find multiple administrative offices throughout the region where local information is available. The best time to explore is during drier months when roads are more accessible.

The region experiences a tropical savanna climate with temperature variations from 20.4°C in August to 32.2°C in October, affecting local agricultural patterns.

Location: South Sulawesi

Capital city: Bantaeng

Elevation above the sea: 316 m

Shares border with: Jeneponto, Gowa, Sinjai, Bulukumba

Website: http://bantaeng.go.id

GPS coordinates: -5.53333,119.93300

Latest update: December 20, 2025 11:39