Sanggau
Indonesia · Provinsi Kalimantan BaratID
Regency in West Kalimantan, Indonesia
Sanggau Regency is a regency in the north-central section of West Kalimantan province of Indonesia. On 18 December 2003, the regency's eastern portion was split off to create a new regency called Sekadau, leaving Sanggau with an area of 12,452.22 km2 (4,807.83 sq mi). As of the 2020 census, Sanggau Regency had a population of 484,836; the official estimate as at mid 2025 was 516,710. Alongside the Landak, Sekadau, and Sintang regencies, it is one of four West Kalimantan regencies with a predominantly Catholic populations.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 477,430
- Coordinates
- 0.133, 110.600
- Timezone
- Asia/Pontianak
- Elevation
- 93 m
Overview of Sanggau
Sanggau is a sizeable city in Provinsi Kalimantan Barat, Indonesia. With 477,430 residents, it is easy to gauge its scale. The northern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. The activity mix leans towards culture.
Things to do in Sanggau
Culture in Sanggau
(1)The culture shortlist for Sanggau: Cathedrals. Everything listed here comes from what Sanggau is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Getting there & around
Expect national and often international links into Sanggau, plus transport inside the city. Sanggau runs on Asia/Pontianak time.
Similar destinations
Places near Sanggau that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sanggau known for?
- In Provinsi Kalimantan Barat, Indonesia, Sanggau stands out for culture. That mix defines the typical visit to this 477,430-strong destination.
- What can you do in Sanggau?
- Options in Sanggau run to Cathedrals — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- Where is Sanggau located?
- You will find Sanggau in Provinsi Kalimantan Barat, Indonesia. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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