Merauke, Administrative region in South Papua, Indonesia
Merauke Regency extends across 45,013 square kilometers of southeastern Indonesia, containing twenty-two districts with diverse landscapes of wetlands, forests, and coastal areas.
The Dutch colonial administration established Merauke in 1902 as a strategic outpost, initially attracting foreign visitors interested in hunting birds of paradise.
The Marind tribe maintains their traditional practices throughout the region, with distinct sub-clans including Kaize, Gebze, Balagaize, Mahuze, Ndiken, and Basik-basik.
Travelers reach Merauke through Mopah International Airport with direct flights from Jakarta, while local transportation connects to surrounding districts and neighboring regions.
The region houses Wasur National Park, which combines savanna and swamp landscapes where visitors can observe native wildlife including small kangaroos and deer.
Location: South Papua
Capital city: Merauke
Elevation above the sea: 1 m
Shares border with: Mappi, Boven Digoel
Website: http://merauke.go.id
GPS coordinates: -7.66667,139.66667
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:45
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