Katingan

The Katingan River flows through dense tropical forests and peat swamps, creating a network of waterways across the entire regency territory.

The regency emerged from the division of East Kotawaringin in 2002, establishing Kasongan as its capital and marking a new phase of regional administration.

The population includes numerous Dayak communities who maintain traditional practices alongside Malay and Chinese residents throughout thirteen administrative districts.

Transportation within Katingan relies primarily on river routes, with limited road infrastructure connecting the main settlements across its 20,382 square kilometers.

The region contains extensive peatland ecosystems that store substantial amounts of carbon, making it an essential area for environmental conservation.

Location: Central Kalimantan

Capital city: Kasongan

Elevation above the sea: 50 m

Shares border with: Gunung Mas, Palangka Raya, Pulang Pisau, East Kotawaringin, Seruyan, Melawi, Sintang

GPS coordinates: -2.06667,113.40000

Latest update: March 15, 2025 11:08