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Pasangkayu, Administrative region in West Sulawesi, Indonesia.

The regency spans across 3,043 square kilometers of land, featuring twelve districts including Sarudu, Dapurang, and Baras near the Makassar Strait.

North Mamuju Regency changed its name to Pasangkayu in March 2018, following its initial establishment as an independent administrative region in February 2003.

The region's name derives from the Kaili language word 'Vovasanggayu', referring to a local tree species that grew abundantly in the area.

The administrative center maintains an elevation of 26 meters above sea level and experiences consistent rainfall throughout the year with temperatures ranging between 29 and 32 degrees.

The territory contains 54 mosques, 17 churches, and 61 Hindu temples, reflecting the religious diversity of its 204,216 inhabitants.

Location: West Sulawesi

Capital city: Pasangkayu

Elevation above the sea: 26 m

Shares border with: Donggala, Sigi, Central Mamuju

GPS coordinates: -1.31806,119.37507

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:28

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