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The soul of Makassar is made of maritime heritage and traditions that are still very much alive in the port of Paotere, the oldest port in the country located north of the city center, where the Bugis Pinisi sailing ships dock.

The largest urban center in eastern Indonesia, the dynamic capital city of South Sulawesi province is also one of the region’s major seaports and air hubs. A bustling cosmopolitan city, home to diverse ethnic groups, primarily Makassarese, Bugis, and Chinese, Makassar was a historic city where Dutch merchants controlled trade routes. Today, the provincial capital has become a modern city with first-class hotels along the seaside boulevard. But just taking a walk on the Old Town side makes it possible for visitors to step back in time and relive the atmosphere of the ancient days.

Fort Rotterdam is a testament to this colonial past. Originally built in the mid-16th century by the Gowa Sultanate, one of the most powerful kingdoms in Indonesian history, the fortress was turned over to the Dutch VOC in 1667 and became the main storage center for spices. Fort Rotterdam was also the seat of the Dutch military and local government until the 1930s. Finely restored in the 1970s, this historic landmark has become a cultural and educational center to visit, for a walk around the bastions and walls of the enclave , or a tour of the La Galigo Museum.

The soul of Makassar is made of maritime heritage and traditions that are still very much alive in the port of Paotere, the oldest port in the country located north of the city center, where the Bugis Pinisi sailing ships dock. This large traditional port is famous for its bustling boat activity and lively atmosphere of dock workers, fish traders and markets. Colorful and vibrant, Paotere is an original setting for authentic experiences and mingling with local merchants and fishermen, and then taking scenic photos as the sun sets.

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In addition to its traditional port, Makassar’s coastline has become famous throughout Indonesia thanks to the Losari beach promenade, a popular tourist destination known for its stunning sunset views and delicious seafood. Rising above the sea at the southern end of Pantai Losari stands the Amirul Mukminin ‘floating mosque’, a futuristic twin-domed house of worship that can accommodate 500 believers.

Located just a few hundred meters away is the bustling Somba Opu street, lined with shops displaying jewelry, clothing, textiles and handicrafts. When in Makassar, strolling through this mall is the best way to bring home Sengkang woven cloth, Bugis sarongs, or other local souvenirs. Informal restaurants and traditional street food vendors are everywhere, serving specialties that cannot be missed. Meat lovers would enjoy Coto Makassar stews, Konro ribs or Pallubasa Serigala dishes, gourmands with a sweet tooth would enjoy Pisang Ijo and Pisang Epe plantain desserts. Makassar’s Chinatown is also worth a visit as it is an authentic and well-preserved neighborhood where you can witness ancient Chinese heritage buildings and temples, including the oldest Kleteng Xian Ma, also known as Istana Naga Sakti.

While in Makassar, escaping the city and heading to the beautiful surrounding tropical islands is a must for anyone who appreciates day trips by the sea. Samalona and Kodingareng Keke, just 30 minutes away by boat, are absolutely stunning islets, with powdery white sand beaches, crystal clear waters and great snorkeling on coral reefs.

“Makassar has great potential to develop new tourism strategies that implement sustainability principles and include local communities. We invite BBTF delegates to find out more about a vibrant city that deserves increased attention from tourism stakeholders,” said I Putu Winastra, head of the BBTF 2023 committee and president of the Bali chapter of the travel association. ASITA.
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