 Map of the islands ofEast Nusa Tenggara, including Raijua | |
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| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Archipelago | Sawu islands |
| Area | 36.08 km2 (13.93 sq mi) |
| Administration | |
Indonesia | |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 9,679 (mid 2023 estimate[1]) |
| Pop. density | 268/km2 (694/sq mi) |
Raijua is an island in theLesser Sunda Islands inIndonesia. Administratively it forms a district (kecamatan) ofSabu Raijua Regency wihin the province ofEast Nusa Tenggara. Its total land area is 13.9 square miles (36.08 square km),[2] with a population of 9,679 in mid 2023.[3] Raijua is sometimes calledThe Wedge by surfers because it includes an exposed reef break, making it an ideal surfing location during Indonesia's dry season (May through October).[4]
10°37′11″S121°34′24″E / 10.61972°S 121.57333°E /-10.61972; 121.57333
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