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Bantimurung-Bulusaraung National Park

The Bantimurung-Bulusaraung National Park is located in Maros, 50 kilometres from Makassar, and covers three ecosystems over its 43,750 hectares. The karst ecosystem, with its valleys and tropical vegetation, makes the park an ideal spot for endemic butterfly species, and there also is a butterfly museum within the complex. The park also features a lowland forest ecosystem and a lower montane forest ecosystem. Visitors can marvel at crystalline stalagmite and stalactite formations in the caves in the complex and enjoy hikes to get to them and to the 15-metre high Bantimurung Waterfall. Read More

Visitors can enjoy over 20 water rides at Bugis Waterpark, with attractions for both adults and children. The rides include whirlpools, lazy boat rides, rafting and slides, and there are large swimming pools as well. The park is divided into three sections - Kampong Rilau or Fisherman’s Village, Alabuang or Port, and Batu Kalibampa Cave or Butterfly Cave, with each section having its own theme and its own set of rides.

The Celebes Canyon, located in Libureng Village, never dries out, even in the dry season. This 200-metre-long canyon has sedimentary rock formations running along it, as well as three mini waterfalls. The clear water of the canyon comes from the Ule river. The canyon is 3 hours away from Makassar city and has a minimal entrance fee.

Around Makassar are numerous islands part of the Spermonde Archipelago, located in the Makassar Strait. Among the numerous islands around Makassar is Samalona Island, consisting of coral reefs and white sands. In addition, Kodingareng Keke Island is a preservation centre for a diverse range of coral reefs and is a great diving spot as well. Island hopping tours around Makassar typically last for around 10 hours.

About 14 kilometres off the shore of Makassar, Kodingareng Keke Island is one of the several uninhabited islands in the province of South Sulawesi. The beaches are filled with fine white sand, and the waters around the island are clear and blue. The coral reefs underwater make the island a great spot for snorkelling and diving. There are gazebos on the beach to rest under, but visitors should bring their own food and water, as there are no stalls or vendors on this uninhabited island. Read More

Two hours away from Makassar at Lengkese village, Lake Tanralili is located at the foot of Mount Bawakaraeng. Trekkers will love the challenging 3-hour trek through rugged terrain to get to the lake. The lake is set in the middle of a lush green valley, with glorious mountains around it. The valley's greenery is a welcome sight for eyes sore from city life.

The Grand Mosque of Makassar is one of Southeast Asia’s largest mosques, able to hold 10,000 people. There are two 66-metre tall minarets adjacent to the mosque, as well as the library and offices of the Indonesia Ulema Council. The mosque was constructed in 1949 and renovated in 1999. The Grand Mosque also was the site for the first-ever Musabaqah Tilawatil Quran, a Quran Recitation Competition.

The Phinisi Point Mall in Makaddar is spread over four floors. The mall has five zones, themed after London, New York, Hong Kong, Tokyo and Amsterdam, and visitors can experience these different locales without actually having to travel to them. Phinisi Point claims to be Indonesia’s first lifestyle mall, with many food and beverage shops spread around it. In addition, there are numerous clothing, wellness and accessories shops and even a play area for children, making it a shopaholic’s paradise. The mall also hosts fun events such as fashion expos and Japanese Cosplay festivals. Read More

The Balla Lompoa Museum is a reconstruction of the Palace of the Gowa Kingdom and is built on stilts made of ironwood. The museum building has two parts, the main room with private chambers for the king and storage for objects of historical significance, and a smaller terrace or reception room. On display in the museum are a variety of traditional weapons from Bugis and Makassar, such as machetes, spears, and a type of dagger known as a badik. Exhibits also include ceramic ware, earthenware, kettles, candlesticks and the like, as well as royal cannons and flags. The museum is 12 kilometres to the south of Makassar. Read More

The Stone Forest, located in Maros to the north of Makassar, is part of the karst ecosystem of the region. The stone forest is set amidst gigantic interconnected stone cliffs, with cave formations and tunnels within the cliff. This stone forest also serves as a source of water for surrounding villages and communities.