West Sulawesi

West Sulawesi is a province rich in natural beauty and local culture. With its capital city in Mamuju, the province is known for its beautiful beaches, green mountains and unique cultural traditions. West Sulawesi is an attractive tourist destination for nature and culture lovers.

Must-try Tourist Attractions
One of the main attractions in West Sulawesi is Dato Beach in Mamuju. This beach offers a clear blue sea view with exotic coral formations. Dato Beach is suitable for swimming, snorkelling, or just relaxing to enjoy the sound of the waves.

For those of you who want to enjoy nature, visit Anjoro Pitu Hill, which offers a beautiful view of Mamuju city from a height. This place is also often used as a location to enjoy the sunrise or sunset. In addition, Karampuang Island, a small island near Mamuju, is a tropical paradise that offers underwater beauty with stunning coral reefs.

You can also visit Kalumpang Cultural Village, where people still preserve the authentic traditions and culture of the Mandar tribe, including the art of weaving the region's signature silk fabrics.

Shopping and Culinary Paradise in West Sulawesi
West Sulawesi has unique and delicious culinary specialities. Take Jepa, a traditional cassava and coconut-based dish cooked like flatbread. Another must-try dish is Bau Piapi, which is fresh fish cooked in Mandar's signature spicy sour sauce.

For souvenirs, you can buy Mandar Silk Weaving, which is a traditional fabric made using manual weaving techniques and has beautiful distinctive motifs. The traditional markets in Mamuju and Polewali Mandar are the best places to find souvenirs such as rattan handicrafts, traditional cakes and processed foods typical of West Sulawesi.