Manggarai Timur Postal Codes: 86570 to 86585 | Nusa Tenggara Timur

Key Facts

Manggarai Timur is a regency located in the eastern part of the Indonesian province of Nusa Tenggara Timur, situated on the island of Flores. This administrative region covers an area of approximately 2,642 square kilometers and serves as an important cultural and economic center in eastern Flores. The regency is characterized by its mountainous terrain, with Mount Ranaka standing as one of its prominent geographical features, and features a diverse landscape that includes coastal areas, highlands, and fertile valleys. Manggarai Timur is divided into 12 districts (kecamatan) that encompass numerous villages and communities, with Borong serving as the regency's capital and administrative center. The region is home to a population of approximately 280,000 people, primarily from the Manggarai ethnic group, who maintain rich cultural traditions including the famous Caci whip-fighting ritual and traditional woven textiles. The local economy is predominantly agricultural, with coffee, cloves, and vanilla being significant cash crops, while subsistence farming of rice, corn, and vegetables supports many rural communities. Visitors to Manggarai Timur can access comprehensive postal code information for all its districts and villages through our detailed regional database.

Neighboring Regions

• Manggarai
• Ngada
• Sikka