Sulawesi

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Sulawesi is one of Indonesia’s four Greater Sunda Islands, located between Borneo and the Moluccas. The island is distinguished by its characteristic shape with multiple peninsulas. Sulawesi is known for its cultural diversity, including the traditions of the Toraja people, as well as for stunning landscapes of mountains, rainforests, and coastlines. Its dive sites, such as Bunaken and Wakatobi, are among the most biodiverse marine ecosystems in the world.

Relaxing on the island of Samalona

From Makassar (formerly Ujung Pandang) you can reach the offshore island of Samalona with small outrigger boats.

Toraja culture and religion

The Indonesian island of Sulawesi, the outline of which is reminiscent of an elephant, was formerly called Celebes.