Mungkid
Mungkid is the capital of Magelang Regency, Central Java, Indonesia. The town center is located in the village of Sawitan. All government offices or agencies of Magelang regency are located here, including the offices owned by private parties. Mungkid town was founded on March 22, 1984 to replace the city of Magelang as the capital town of Magelang regency. Each March 22 is celebrated by the citizens of Magelang regency as Mungkid's anniversary. Many people consider this town as an administrative town and alternative city. The major Buddhist temple of Borobudur is about 4 km from the center of Mungkid.
Mungkid Town | |
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| Nickname: Kota Mungkid | |
| Motto: Mungkid Kota Budaya | |
Mungkid Town | |
| Coordinates: 7°28′0″S 110°13′0″E | |
| Country | Indonesia |
| Province | Central Java |
| Regency | Magelang Regency |
| Area | |
| • Total | 37.40 km2 (14.44 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 350 m (1,150 ft) |
| Population (mid 2022 estimate) | |
| • Total | 75,292 |
| • Density | 2,000/km2 (5,200/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+7 (WIB) |
| Area code | +62293 |
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