5 Fun Things To Do In Makassar

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Makassar is located on the southwest coast of the island of Sulawesi, facing the Makassar strait. Before the city was known as Ujung Pandang and Ujung Pandang (UPG) is still the IATA airport code for Makassar. Makassar is the capital of South Sulawesi Province and the largest city on Sulawesi Island. This city is lived by many ethnic groups such as Makassar, Bugis, Toraja, Mandar, Javanese and Chinese. 

5 fun things to do in Makassar are: 

  1. Buy Vegetables and Fruits in "Pasar Terong" Traditional Market
Pasar Terong is one of the largest traditional market in Makassar. The market that has stood since 1968 is very colourful. You can find fresh vegetables, fruits, fish, spices, etc. Experience walking around the market, bargain fresh fruits or vegetables, and interact with the locals with our Makassar City Tour (Morning).


  1. See The Phinisi Ships and Get On A Sinking Ship in Paotere Harbour
Paotere harbour offers you a mix of miles and miles of sea, sea breeze, hundreds of Phinisi ships, loading and unloading activities, children playing football on the street and swimming in the sea, and don't forget to get on to the shinking ship which usually full with children in the afternoon.


View from the sinking ship

  1. Riding Through The Chinatown and Visit Xian Ma Temple
Xian Ma temple was built in 1864. This temple has 5 floors and there are different gods on each floor. The beautiful decoration and hundreds of Gods and Goddesses are the main attraction of this temple.


Xian Ma Temple (Picture by Janto Gunawan)

  1. Taking picture with local people in "Pantai Losari"

Pantai Losari is the most favorite place of the local people to spend their free time. Here you can enjoy the sunset, eating the delicious local food called "Pisang Epe", and you will feel like a celebrity because there will be some local people come and ask if they can take picture with you.

     Floating Mosque in Pantai Losari

  1. Enjoy The Sunset and Sea Breeze on Lae-lae Island

Lae-lae island is located 1.5 km from Makassar. The island is small and not the best option for swimming or snorkeling but it's one of the best spots to see the sunset in Makassar. The stretch of trees along the beach and the wave barrier at the west part of the island are two of the best spots. Take the Makassar City Tour (Afternoon) if you want to see the beautiful sunset and feel the sea breeze while drinking coconut water.












Sunset in Lae-lae island

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