Pinrang

Pinrang is an administrative regency in South Sulawesi located in the western part of the peninsula, organized into numerous districts centered around Watang Sawitto. The region contains both rural villages and urban neighborhoods that form the basis of its local governance structure.

The territory developed as an administrative regency within South Sulawesi and established Watang Sawitto as its administrative center. This structure has guided the governance and growth of the region since its organization.

The population blends Buginese and Makassarese traditions, visible in local customs, architecture, and daily practices throughout the region. These influences shape everything from house designs to the way communities gather and celebrate together.

The regency is divided into distinct districts that help visitors navigate between rural and urban areas smoothly. Local administrative centers provide information and are accessible from main points in the region.

The coastal zones host extensive aquaculture ponds where tiger prawns and milkfish are raised in significant quantities for the regional market. These ponds shape the landscape and form an important economic activity for many local families.

Location: South Sulawesi

Capital city: Watang Sawitto

Elevation above the sea: 465 m

Shares border with: Parepare, Sidenreng Rappang, Enrekang, Tana Toraja, Mamasa, Polewali Mandar

Website: https://pinrangkab.go.id

GPS coordinates: -3.78333,119.63300

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:32