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Sorong is a chartered coastal city on the western tip of the island of New Guinea, in the eastern Indonesian province of West Papua. Its only land borders are with Sorong Regency. It is the gateway to Indonesia's Raja Ampat Islands, species rich coral reef islands in an area considered the heart of the world's coral reef biodiversity. It also is the logistics hub for Indonesia's thriving eastern oil and gas frontier. Sorong has experienced exponential growth since 2010, and further growth is anticipated as Sorong becomes linked by road to other frontier towns in Papua's Bird's Head Peninsula. The city had a population of 190,625 at the 2010 Census; the...
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  • 2. Sapta Ratna Pagoda Sorong
    The Sapta Ratna Pagoda is a relatively new Chinese pagoda built just 25 years ago in Sorong, West Papua province, Indonesia. It was initially intended as a burial center for the ashes of all Buddhists who died but because of its location and architecture it has now also become a major tourist attraction. Located on top of a hill, the Sapta Ratna Pagoda stands as a majestic landmark in the city. The best thing about this pagoda is the beautiful view of surrounding city from the top; and if you are lucky to be visiting in the evening, you will get a chance to see one of the best sunsets in Indonesia. Each month about 7,000 locals and foreigners visit the pagoda.
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