Cisarua
Cisarua is a location and district in the Bogor Regency, located in the province of West Java, with a population of 127,096 in 2020. The district is known for its mild climate, tea fields, and extensive views, being located in a rather high altitude.
Cisarua | |
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| Coordinates: 6.680°S 106.932°E | |
| Country | Indonesia |
| Province | West Java |
| Regency | Bogor Regency |
| Area | |
| • Total | 47.07 km2 (18.17 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 951 m (3,120 ft) |
| Lowest elevation | 150 m (490 ft) |
| Population (2020 Census) | |
| • Total | 127,096 |
| • Density | 2,700/km2 (7,000/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+7 (IWST) |
| Area code | (+62) 251 |
| Vehicle registration | F |
| Website | kecamatancisarua |
Near the district is a mountain pass known for its villas, hostels, as well as a well-known "heritage" hotel known as the "Puncak Pass", built in 1928.
Cisarua is also known due to the relatively high population of the Middle East and the use of Indonesian Arabic as well having a sizeable population of asylum seekers and refugees, mainly coming from Afghanistan and Pakistan, as well as ones coming from parts of Africa, mainly from Sudan, Egypt, and Somalia. The reason why many asylum seekers has sought refuge here is because of the relatively cool temperatures, as well as its location being close to the UNHCR offices in the capital Jakarta, which are located roughly about 72 kilometres north of the district.