Manggarai

Manggarai is an administrative regency on Flores Island, spanning mountainous terrain with Ruteng as its administrative hub. The region is divided into several districts, each with local government functions that serve their communities.

The area has roots tracing back to early human settlement, as shown by archaeological finds in the region. In the early 2000s, territorial changes occurred when portions separated to form new administrative entities.

Residents speak dialects of the Manggarai language and practice traditional ceremonies that shape daily life in their villages. These customs connect families to their shared identity and influence how communities gather and celebrate together.

The terrain is hilly and travel planning should account for seasonal weather conditions. Visitors should expect longer travel times between districts, as local infrastructure varies across the region.

The Liang Bua cave site holds skeletal remains of an extinct human species that date back thousands of years. This discovery made the location significant for understanding how early humans migrated and evolved across the region.

Location: East Nusa Tenggara

Inception: 1958

Capital city: Ruteng

Elevation above the sea: 881 m

Shares border with: East Manggarai, West Manggarai

GPS coordinates: -8.61265,120.46258

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:31