Raijua
 Map of the islands of East 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 the Lesser Sunda Islands in Indonesia. Administratively it forms a district (kecamatan) of Sabu Raijua Regency wihin the province of East 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 called The 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]
References
[edit]- ^ Badan Pusat Statistik, Jakarta, 26 September 2024, Kecamatan Raijua Dalam Angka 2024 (Katalog-BPS 1102001.5320010).
- ^ "Encyclopædia Britannica: Raijua Island". Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved 3 July 2010.
- ^ Badan Pusat Statistik, Jakarta, 26 September 2024, Kecamatan Raijua Dalam Angka 2024 (Katalog-BPS 1102001.5320010).
- ^ "The Wedge (Raijua) Surf Forecast and Surf Reports (Timor, Indonesia)". Retrieved 3 July 2010.
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