Savu
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Savu (Indonesian: Sawu, also known as Sabu, Havu, and Hawu) is the largest of a group of three islands, situated midway between Sumba and Rote, west of Timor, in Indonesia's eastern province, East Nusa Tenggara. Ferries connect the islands to Waingapu on Sumba, Ende on Flores, and Kupang in West Timor. Flying to Savu through Susi Air from Kupang, Ende, and Waingapu is also possible.[1]
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Geography | |
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Location | South East Asia |
Coordinates | 10°29′S 121°54′E |
Archipelago | Savu Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands |
Area | 421.42 km2 (162.71 sq mi) |
Highest point | 366 |
Administration | |
Indonesia | |
Province | East Nusa Tenggara |
Demographics | |
Population | 80,377 (2020 Census) |
Pop. density | 191/km2 (495/sq mi) |
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