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Komodo National Park

Komodo Island is one of the islands in the Komodo National Park, a protected area in Indonesia that is home to the world-famous Komodo dragons. It is located in East Nusa Tenggara province, between the islands of Flores and Sumbawa. Komodo Island is primarily known for its population of Komodo dragons, which are the world’s largest living lizards and can grow up to 3 meters in length. Visitors to the island can take guided tours to see the dragons in their natural habitat, as well as other wildlife such as wild boars, water buffalo, and various bird species.

In addition to the Komodo dragons, Komodo Island also boasts stunning landscapes, with rugged hills, savannahs, and beautiful beaches. Visitors can go trekking to explore the island’s natural beauty, or take a boat tour to explore the surrounding waters and snorkel or dive in the park’s coral reefs. Komodo Island is part of the Komodo National Park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has been designated as one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature. The park consists of several islands and covers an area of over 1,800 square kilometers. It is home to a diverse range of marine life, including manta rays, sea turtles, and various species of coral. Access to Komodo Island is primarily by boat, with many tour operators offering boat tours from the nearby islands of Flores and Lombok. The island has limited infrastructure and accommodations, with most visitors staying in guesthouses or campsites on nearby islands.

Languages spoken	Bahasa Indonesia
Currency used	Rupiah
Area (km2)	1,733 km²

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The islands of Komodo and the surrounding region have long been home to coastal communities whose lives have been closely connected to the sea. Fishing, traditional navigation and trade between islands have shaped the cultural landscape of the region for generations. The people living around the park include communities with diverse backgrounds, including Bajau, Bugis, Manggarai and other eastern Indonesian communities.

The name Komodo has become internationally associated with the Komodo dragon, the world's largest living lizard and a species found naturally only in this part of Indonesia. The species became the focus of scientific interest during the early twentieth century and later became the symbol of a broader conservation effort to protect the islands and their unique ecosystems.

Komodo National Park was officially established in 1980 and was subsequently expanded to include a much larger marine area and part of western Flores. In 1991, the park was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in recognition of its exceptional natural landscapes, unique wildlife and globally important terrestrial and marine ecosystems.

The park is not only a sanctuary for Komodo dragons. Its dry forests and savannahs provide habitat for deer, wild pigs, macaques and numerous bird species, while the surrounding waters support extensive coral reefs and a remarkable diversity of marine life. UNESCO identifies sea turtles, dolphins, dugongs and whales among the notable marine species found in the wider park ecosystem.

Today, Komodo National Park represents an important meeting point between conservation and tourism. Responsible travel plays an increasingly important role in allowing visitors to experience the park while protecting its wildlife, marine ecosystems and exceptional landscapes for future generations.

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