Subulussalam

Subulussalam is a city in southern Aceh comprising five administrative districts spread across roughly 1,400 square kilometers of land. The districts vary in population density and geographical features, with some areas more rural and others more developed.

The area was formerly part of Aceh Singkil Regency until it became an independent city in 2007. This change gave the region greater administrative autonomy and self-governance.

The town reflects Islamic traditions that shape daily life and community practices visible throughout its neighborhoods. These cultural values influence how residents interact and how public spaces are used by the local people.

The area is thinly populated with considerable distances between the five administrative districts, requiring planning for travel between locations. Visitors should expect basic infrastructure outside main centers and allow extra time for getting around.

The city maintains one of the lowest population densities among all Indonesian cities, preserving vast natural spaces throughout its territory. This abundance of open land distinguishes it sharply from more densely populated urban centers elsewhere in the country.

Location: Aceh

Inception: September 14, 1962

Elevation above the sea: 136 m

Shares border with: Southeast Aceh, South Aceh, Aceh Singkil, Dairi, Pakpak Bharat

GPS coordinates: 2.64222,98.00417

Latest update: December 20, 2025 13:44