Sabang is a city located on Pulau Weh and is a gateway in the western tip of Indonesia. Sabang has an area of 156.3 square kilometers with the highest peak of 617 meters above sea level. Because it is located on Pulau Weh many people call Pulau Weh as Sabang Island. Pulau Weh itself is the main and largest island separated from the mainland of Aceh by the Strait of Bengal. Besides bordering on 3 countries namely Malaysia, Thailand and India, Sabang is also a very unique area for Indonesia. That's because this is where you can find Zero Kilometer monument which is the forerunner of the term, "From Sabang to Merauke". Currently Sabang transformed into a marine tourism destination Indonesia that offers a paradise for divers. Here you can enjoy the underwater nature by diving to discover hundreds of species of fish and the richness of natural reefs that are not planted or cultivated. The waters in Sabang are the meeting place of the Indian Ocean and the Malacca Strait. Currently Sabang equip tourist attraction by organizing Sabang International Regatta. Sabang's charm offers the beauty of a beautiful coastline, nan blue and clean sea water and green trees. However, not only marine tourism can be found in Sabang. There are mountains, lakes, beaches, sea, as well as the forest is still natural and awake waiting to be visited. Not to mention your interaction with the local community will provide a memorable experience. Sabang is a beautiful small town with a hilly ground structure that locals call the city of Sabang with two names namely the city down and the city top. Sabang consists of five large and small islands, namely Weh Island as the largest island, Rubiah Island, Klah Island, Seulako Island, and Rondo Island. The population is about 26,000 inhabitants. Sabang is divided into two sub-districts and 72 villages. Topography includes lowland, bumpy, hilly and mountainous terrain, and rocks along the coast.
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