Country: Indonesia and City: Makassar
Makassar, formerly known as Ujung Pandang is the capital province of South Sulawesi as the largest city on the island. Comprising of 14 districts such as Biring Kanaya, Bontoala, Makassar City, Mamajang, Manggala, Mariso, Panakkukang, Rappocini, Tallo, Tamalate, Tamalanrea, Ujung Pandang, Ujung Tanah, and Wajo. It is one of the travel destination in Indonesia connecting by air from
Jakarta, Surabaya, Bali, Yogyakarta, Manado, Papua, other cities Sulawesi and Kalimantan. The tourism industry has been rapidly developed as one of the economic income for both local people and the country.
Makassar is one of international airports in Indonesia and is the main point to travel to other parts of South Sulawesi. The Hassanudin International Airport is situated around 20 kilometers from the city. Takes a few minutes drive to get into the main shopping area, business districts, local restaurants and entertainment.
There are also many selection for Makassar hotels from simple accommodation, budget to four star rating hotels. Most of the hotels in Makassar are situated around the beach and in the city center. To get discount rate for Makassar hotels, and travel package, prepare and book them in advance.
There are many natural tourist attractions around Makassar worth to visit. The beaches are just a few minutes taxi ride from the city center and hotels in Makassar City. Recommended tourist objects are Losari Beach, Fort Rotterdam, Malino Cave, Akarena Beach, Banting Murung, Laelae Island, Khayangan Island, Samalona Island, Benteng Sombaopu, Barombong Beach, and Pelabuhan Rakyat Paotere. Arrange your sightseeing tours with local travel agents or on line travel booking that providing complete travel package to Makassar and South Sulawesi.
