Sumbawa Besar
Indonesia · West Nusa TenggaraID
Place in Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia
Sumbawa Besar is a town and an administrative district (kecamatan), officially just called "Sumbawa", on the Indonesian island of Sumbawa, and is the second-biggest settlement on the island after the city of Bima. It is the administrative capital of the Sumbawa Regency within the province of West Nusa Tenggara, and has a population of 56,337 inhabitants as of the 2010 census and 62,753 at the 2020 Census; the official estimate as at mid 2024 was 64,936.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- -8.493, 117.420
- Timezone
- Asia/Makassar
- Elevation
- 14 m
Overview of Sumbawa Besar
Sumbawa Besar sits in West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia and reads as a place. Expect nature to fill most of your time. Sitting in the southern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern.
Things to do in Sumbawa Besar
Nature in Sumbawa Besar
(1)Looking for nature? Sumbawa Besar has Wildlife. Plan them together and you have a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Sumbawa Besar.
Best time to visit Sumbawa Besar
For trails and green space, October to November and March to April is the sweet spot.
Getting there & around
Reaching Sumbawa Besar is easiest with a car once you are in West Nusa Tenggara. Sumbawa Besar runs on Asia/Makassar time.
Similar destinations
Places near Sumbawa Besar that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sumbawa Besar known for?
- In West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, Sumbawa Besar stands out for nature. That mix defines the typical visit.
- What can you do in Sumbawa Besar?
- Options in Sumbawa Besar run to Wildlife — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Sumbawa Besar?
- For trails and green space, October to November and March to April is the sweet spot.
- Where is Sumbawa Besar located?
- You will find Sumbawa Besar in West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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