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Vacation in Sulawesi


Sulawesi Island in Indonesia is formerly known as Celebes. Sulawesi is the third-largest island in Indonesia with an area of 172,000 square km. Sulawesi has a shape like a tropical orchid. North Sulawesi, South Sulawesi, and Southeast Sulawesi are the provinces of Sulawesi Island.


Sulawesi
You can find variety of spectacular mountains, scenic coastline, lakes, rice and dense jungle with wonderful opportunities for travelers. Sulawesi is one of the wonderful vacation destinations you should experience. Here are some informations you should know to plan your holiday in Sulawesi:


How to Reach Sulawesi – Makassar is the main airport in Sulawesi; there are several ready flights each day from the major cities in Indonesia direct to Sulawesi. It's not difficult to reach Sulawesi.


Sulawesi Weather – A warm tropical climate with two different seasons is what Sulawesi has. The wet and dry season each last approximately in six months. The wet season is from November to May and the dry season will be from April to October.


Best time to visit Sulawesi – During the dry season in Sulawesi from April to October is the best time to visit Sulawesi. The best chance to witness a major Torajanese funeral in Sulawesi is offered in June to October.


Places to visit in Sulawesi - There are some interesting places you could visit in Sulawesi.


Sulawesi
Manado – Manado is the capital of North Sulawesi Province. Various terrains with hills, scenic plateau, and volcanic mountains are offered here.


Bunaken Sea Garden

It is located very close to Manado with an area 75, 26 hectares. This world famous Bunaken Marine National Park is listed on the top 10 dive area of the world. The superb snorkeling and diving sites is a mecca for seasoned and beginners divers alike.


Kendari

The capital city of Southeast Sulawesi is Kendari. Government and tourist center of the Southeast Sulawesi is set in here.


Moramo Bay

It's only one half hours by car or speedboat from Kendari. The white sands bay is clean and free of pollution. All sorts of water activities and sports could be enjoyed in here.
 

Shopping in Sulawesi - Filigree silverware and ornaments, hand carved wooden panels and pictures, hand-woven silks and cottons, bamboo household ornaments and brassware are some of the favorite shopping items in Sulawesi.

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