Western Seram

Western Seram is an administrative region in Maluku province spanning several districts with Piru as its administrative center located at high elevation. The area includes coastal settlements and island groups separated by water.

The establishment of this region as a formal administrative unit improved local governance according to Indonesian standards. This organizational structure continues to shape how the territory functions today.

Different areas within the region maintain their own customs visible in daily life and work. People continue using traditional fishing and farming methods that shape how communities interact with the land and sea.

Getting around between districts relies mainly on boats and ferries since water dominates the landscape. Visitors should be prepared for water transport and check local schedules when planning travel.

The Kepulauan Manipa island group supports marine ecosystems vital to local fishers and the region's biodiversity. These waters remain less known than other Indonesian islands yet hold surprising ecological importance.

Location: Maluku

Capital city: Piru

Elevation above the sea: 732 m

Shares border with: Central Maluku

GPS coordinates: -3.06910,128.20291

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:25