Banggai

Banggai is a regency in Central Sulawesi that spans across a large area and comprises multiple administrative districts. Luwuk serves as the administrative center and main city of the region.

The territory was divided in 1999 into two separate administrative entities: mainland Banggai Regency and Banggai Islands Regency. This administrative restructuring reshaped the territorial organization of the region.

Several ethnic groups such as the Saluan, Balantak, and Banggai maintain distinct languages and customs that are still visible in daily life and local ceremonies. These differences shape communities throughout the region and create a diverse population.

Arrival to the region happens mainly through Syukuran Aminuddin Amir Airport in Luwuk, which offers regular connections to other parts of Indonesia. This is the most practical way to reach the area.

The region receives very little rainfall throughout the year, making it one of Indonesia's driest areas. This dry character shapes the vegetation and how people farm in the area.

Location: Central Sulawesi

Capital city: Luwuk

Elevation above the sea: 727 m

Shares border with: Tojo Una Una, North Morowali

Website: https://banggaikab.go.id

GPS coordinates: -0.95709,122.55859

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:12