Tambolaka
Tambolaka (Waitabula) | |
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Location in Indonesia | |
| Coordinates: 9°26′S 119°14′E / 9.433°S 119.233°E | |
| Country | Indonesia |
| Region | Lesser Sunda Islands |
| Province | East Nusa Tenggara |
| Regency | Southwest Sumba |
| Area | |
• Total | 98.95 km2 (38.20 sq mi) |
| Population (2020 Census) | |
• Total | 35,790 |
| • Metro density | 361.7/km2 (937/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+8 (WITA / UTC) |
Tambolaka is the administrative capital of the Southwest Sumba Regency on the island of Sumba in the East Nusa Tenggara province of Indonesia. It serves as a key administrative and economic center for the western part of Sumba, particularly known for its airport which facilitates access to the region. The economy of is largely agrarian, with a focus on subsistence farming and livestock, alongside a growing tourism sector based on beaches, and cultural festivals.