Raijua | |
Archipelago: | Sawu islands |
Area Km2: | 36.08 |
Country: | Indonesia |
Population: | 9,679 |
Population As Of: | mid 2023 estimate [1] |
Density Km2: | 268 |
Raijua is an island in the Lesser Sunda Islands in Indonesia. Administratively it forms a district (kecamatan) of Sabu Raijua Regency wihin the province of East Nusa Tenggara. Its total land area is 13.9 square miles (36.08 square km),[2] with a population of 9,679 in mid 2023.[3] Raijua is sometimes called The Wedge by surfers because it includes an exposed reef break, making it an ideal surfing location during Indonesia's dry season (May through October).[4]