Raja Ampat, Marine archipelago in Southwest Papua, Indonesia
The Raja Ampat archipelago encompasses more than 1,500 islands, including four primary ones: Misool, Salawati, Batanta, and Waigeo, surrounded by coral reefs.
Archaeological findings reveal human presence in Raja Ampat dating back 50,000 years, when Misool and Salawati were connected to New Guinea's mainland.
The name Raja Ampat originates from a local tale about a woman discovering seven eggs, with three hatching into regional kings.
Visitors reach Raja Ampat through Marinda Airport on Waigeo Island, featuring a 2,000-meter runway, or by boat connections from neighboring regions.
Raja Ampat waters contain 75 percent of known coral species worldwide, with 550 coral types, 700 mollusk varieties, and 1,427 fish species.
Location: Southwest Papua
Inception: December 11, 2002
Capital city: Waisai
Shares border with: Sorong
Website: http://rajaampatkab.go.id
GPS coordinates: -0.50000,130.00000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:57
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