Sights in Sulawesi
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Benteng Sungguminasa
Benteng Sungguminasa, a fort that was once the seat of the Sultan of Gowa, is 12km south of town centre at Sungguminasa. The former royal residence, now known as Museum Balla Lompoa, houses a collection of artefacts, including gifts from Australian Aborigines of Elcho Island, who have a history of trade with the Bugis. Although the royal regalia can be seen only on request, the wooden Bugis-style palace itself is the real attraction.
To go to Old Gowa and Sungguminasa, take a red pete-pete marked 'S Minasa' from Makassar Mall to the turn-off for the 1km walk to the tomb. A becak (bicycle-rickshaw) from there to the fort should cost around Rp8000. Another becak will take…
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Makam Sultan Hasanuddin
Remnants of the former kingdom of Gowa, 7km from town on the southeastern outskirts of Makassar, include Makam Sultan Hasanuddin, which memorialises the ruler of Gowa in the mid-17th century. Outside the tomb compound is the Pelantikan Stone, on which the kings of Gowa were crowned.
To go to Old Gowa and Sungguminasa, take a red pete-pete marked 'S Minasa' from Makassar Mall to the turn-off for the 1km walk to the tomb. A becak (bicycle-rickshaw) from there to the fort should cost around Rp8000. Another becak will take you to Mallenkeri Terminal, from where pete-pete return to central Makassar; the pete-pete should cost about Rp3000.
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Fort Rotterdam
One of the best-preserved examples of Dutch architecture in Indonesia, Fort Rotterdam continues to guard the harbour of Makassar. A Gowanese fort dating back to 1545 once stood here, but failed to keep out the Dutch. The original fort was rebuilt in Dutch style after the Treaty of Bungaya in 1667. Parts of the crumbling wall have been left untouched, and provide an interesting comparison to the restored buildings.
Inside Fort Rotterdam, Museum Negeri La Galigo keeps an assortment of exhibits.
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Makam Pangeran Diponegoro
Prince Diponegoro of Yogyakarta led the Java War (1825-30), but his career as a rebel leader came to a sudden halt when he was tricked into going to the Dutch headquarters to negotiate peace, was taken prisoner and then exiled to Sulawesi. He spent the last 26 years of his life imprisoned in Fort Rotterdam. His tomb and monument can be seen in a small cemetery, Makam Pangeran Diponegoro.
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Museum Negeri La Galigo
Inside Fort Rotterdam, Museum Negeri La Galigo has an assortment of exhibits, including rice bowls from Tana Toraja, kitchen tools, musical instruments and various costumes. It's hardly riveting, but at this price who can complain? In practice, the museum seems to keep the same hours as the fort.
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Kienteng Ban Hian Kong
The 19th-century Kienteng Ban Hian Kong is the oldest Buddhist temple in eastern Indonesia and has been beautifully restored. The temple hosts a spectacular festival in February (dates vary according to the lunar calendar).
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Museum Negeri Propinsi Sulawesi Utara
Most of the main attractions lie beyond the city, but Museum Negeri Propinsi Sulawesi Utara is a possible diversion. It features a large display of traditional costumes and housing implements, with captions in English.
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Pelabuhan Paotere
Pelabuhan Paotere, just a short becak ride north of the city centre, is where the Bugis sailing ships berth. There is usually lots of activity on the dock, and in the busy fish market a few streets south.
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Taman Anggrek Clara Bundt
Taman Anggrek Clara Bundt is a sanctuary hidden behind the Bundt family home. It contains exotic hybrids (some up to 5m high). There's also a verdant fruit orchard and an extensive shell collection.
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Monumen Mandala
The towering Monumen Mandala is a smaller version of Jakarta's Monas (National Monument), and celebrates the 'liberation' of Irian Jaya (now known as Papua).
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