Indonesian Makassar.. 5 tourist experiences await you

Arabiaweather.com - Ismail Ghasimi - Spending a few days in Makassar , South Sulawesi, Indonesia means that you will discover a hidden wealth of things to do and things to see.

The main port of entry to Sulawesi is Makassar which is the main place to stop before departing for other destinations within the island such as the famous Tana Toraja, but there is much more to do around Makassar.

Exploring the sunny islands in the Makassar Strait, which are islands located off the city of Makassar, invite you to spend a full day relaxing on the beach, diving to see fish and sea urchins, or just having a picnic on the seashore before returning to the city, and the two most important islands are Kodingareng Kiki and Samaluna Island.

Watching butterflies and waterfalls in Bantemurong Park, which provides the most beautiful karst landscapes made by the Polosarong and Bantemurong rivers, and although these karst outcrops are not quite as amazing as those in southern China or Malaysia, but you will find something that takes your breath away, and if you are lucky you will find some butterflies around Waterfall or walkway to the cave.

Learn about the colonial history at Fort Rotterdam, which was the center of organization from the Dutch authorities during their rule of Indonesia, after 1667 when the Dutch invaded the Kingdom of Goa and destroyed the existing fortifications at the time and built on their ruins the Dutch forts. After independence, Fort Rotterdam became a repository for ancient documents and antiquities.

Watching the sunset in Banteay Losari, enjoying taking the best photographs, or settling for more spontaneous and fun sessions to enjoy this beach park before sunset, Losari Banteay Park is a favorite place for local residents.

Eat the best of Makassare food, this city has endless possibilities in the local cuisine, from seafood dishes, grills, various spices, fresh green mango condiments to other foods based on beef, as well as various desserts on the other hand.