Southeast Sulawesi

Southeast Sulawesi

The Capital City of Southeast Sulawesi Province is “Kendari”

In 1990, due the result of population census there was 1,349,619 people in this province. Now, in post 1997, the population became 1.693.400people. The density, according to the area of the province is 38,140 sq. Km 0 is about 39 people per square kilometer.The southeast province consists of the southern and southeast part of Sulawesi Island and some small Islands surrounding. It is situated in the South of Equator, between 3o and 6o of South Latitude, and between 120o 45' and 124o 06' of East Longitude. The offshore water of Southeast Sulawesi covering about 110,000 sq. Km and has an abundance of fish. The potential resource is estimated at 500,000 tons of Fish annually. Permanent potency is 250,000 tons consist of Tuna, Skipjack, yellow fin, lobsters, shrimp, trout's and some other sea-products such as seaweed, sea cucumbers, and pearls.

Total of peninsula area and the province island are about 38,140 square kilometers, and the sea is about 110,000 square Kilometers, with border area:

North side: South Sulawesi and Central Sulawesi
East side: Banda Sea
South side: Flores Sea
West side: Bone Gulf

Formerly called the Celebes, Sulawesi is one of the world's most uniquely shaped islands. It is often referred to as the "Orchid Shaped Island". Historically, Sultans ruled this land and the Local area is Governed by regents. Today, Sulawesi is divided into four provinces, one of them being Southeast Sulawesi, covering the lower eastern leg of this beautiful island. Southeast Sulawesi is an Indonesia province on Sulawesi Island. The capital of the province is Kendari, on the east coast of the peninsula. The province is one of the most remote regions of Sulawesi; no highway connects it to the cities on the rest of the island, so the primary transportation link is a ferry across Bone Sea between Watampone (Bone) in South Sulawesi and Kolaka port. The capital of this province is Kendari. The indigenous people of this province are the people of Tolaki, Morunene, Buton, Muna (locally called the Wuna) and the Bajo. In addition, many other ethnic groups reside here, especially the Balinese who come as transmigrants. This province includes the islands of Wowoni, Butung, Muna, Kabaena and the Tukangbesi. An interesting attraction in Muna is male horse competition. The winner is awarded a female horse. This attraction draws many tourists to this area.

The province is one of the most remote regions of Sulawesi; no highway connects it to the cities on the rest of the island, so the primary transportation link is a ferry across the Bone Sea between Watampone (Bone) in South Sulawesi and the port of Kolaka. The population of the province is 1,771,951 (2000 census), most of which is centralized on Buton island off the south coast of Sulawesi, and in and around Kendari.From the seventeenth century until the early twentieth century, the region was the site of the Buton sultanate (Butung). The population of the province is 1.771,951 (in 2000 Census), most of which is centered on Buton island of the Sulawesi south coast and around Kendari.From the seventeenth century until the early twentieth century, the region was the site of the Buton (Butung) sultanate.

The Southeast Province is populated by more than 1,2 million people, in five diverse and interesting cultural groups: Tolaki, Morunene, Buton, Muna (Locally called Wuna) and Bajo. All offer the visitor a glimpse of life-styles, which have survived man's rush to modernization while using much of today's technology to their advantage. Most of the land area of southeast Sulawesi is covered by natural jungle, with extensive plantations of teak and ironwood, which are used for local handicraft and contribute to the local economy. Much of the beauty of the region has been preserved for prosperity by declaring it "National Parks" and "Nature Preserve.

Wondrous animals, living freely, easily seen and appreciated by visitors, inhabit the entire province. Deer, Wild Pigs, Small Rodent-Like animals called Kus-Kus, Monkey, Snakes, Anoa (small buffalo) and numerous varieties of birds abound. But the hunting of animals is forbidden in national parks preserves and carefully controlled by local government, in other areas. The friendly of the Sulawesi People, the local flora, fauna and untouched beaches, are the highlights of this unique located. It is truly one of the world's last remaining. Natural habitats are waiting to show for the visitor who can appreciate such natural beauty and the people who live in it.

Area And Location

The province consist of four regencies, one municipality and an administrative municipality, which area of each region as follows:

Regency of Kendari ..............................16,319 sq. Km. (42,8 %),
Regency of Kolaka ...............................10,310 sq. Km. (27.0 %),
Regency of Buton ................................6,242 sq. Km. (16.4 %),
Regency of Muna .................................4,887 sq. Km. (12.8 %),
Municipality of Kendari .........................161 sq. Km. (0.4 %),
Administrative Municipalities of Bau-Bau ......221 sq. Km. (0.6 %),

 

Topography

Topography of Southeast Sulawesi is dominated by hills. There is some lowland plain between hills, and these are potential for agriculture activity.

 

Geology

The geological condition of the province consists of sediment rocks are about 67.64 %, metamorphoses rocks about 19. 78 % and coagulated rocks is 15.58 %. The general soil type is red yellow podzolic.

 

Hydrology

Southeast Sulawesi has many rivers, such as; Lalindu, Lasolo, Konaweha, Lahumbuti, Lawe Roraya, Rante Angin, Poleang, Meeta, longkowala, Kambara, kabongka, Towari, Oko-Oko, Sampolawa, etc. Konaweaha river has stream's flow as about 200 m3 / sec. It has built Wawatobi Dam on this river, which is expected to irrigate the rice-field of up to 18,000 Ha. The Lalindo, Lasolo and Konaweha are very potential rivers for hydroelectric power. To set up the Industrial sector in the near future we need to supplied by PLN (State Electric Company), but in general for household consumers. There are also some swamplands in this region; such as Aopa swampland with total area about 32,800 Ha and Tinonda Swampland with total about 1,240 Ha. The swampland and the rivers (e.g. Lahumbuti) can be use as water resource for agriculture development, hydroelectric power and as tourism object.

This is attractive sector comparing to other naturally province and culturally is quite rich and potential for tourism. Some of them are:

1. Tourist development:
• Marine parks with beautiful coral reefs.
• Natural waterfall.
• Cultural and historical remains.
• Beautiful beaches.
2. Cultural Attraction: Horse fighting, self-defense, rituals, etc.
3. Hunting wild animal: especially pigs and deeds.
   The province of Southeast Sulawesi has many tourism objects, such as marine, natural and cultural tourism. The objects are;
• Park object: National Park Aopa Swamp, Napabale park, Morano, waterfall, etc.
• Marine tourism: Sea garden of Hoga Island, Hari island, Labengke, Batu Gong beach, Nirwana beach, etc.
• Cultural tourism: Buton palace, Old fort of Wawoni, Horse-fighting attraction, lakidende resting place, etc.
• Dancing: traditional and contemporary creation

Realize that the annual flow of tourist raise year by year, the management and development should be encouraged their facilities such as transportation, hotel, institution and services.

Traditional Costumes

The daily costume for a men consist of Badhu, Bheta, Sala, and Songko (head tie) which are used at the home. The formal costume for a men are headdress (Destar), coat, sarong, and trousers. For a women, they wear Baju Kebaya (shirt), sarong, and flowers on her hair, and are completed with earrings, necklace, and bracelets.

Kendari

Southeast Sulawesi's capital is Kendari, seat of government and tourist center of the Province. It lies along the sloping hill and seaside of Kendari Bay, residence to some 100,000 people. Kendari boast the manufacture of numerous fine artistic handicrafts, for both home and office use. Skilled craftsmen reproduce these, originals designs form, handed-down through the generation, using indigenous roots and ironwood. Visitors will find a visit to the Berlin Handicraft Center's the Handicraft Exhibition Center valuable; both belong the local Association of Government Wives (PKK), and display items, which may be purchased to adorn the most discriminating setting.

Visitors will find frequent, colorful ceremonial events in and around Kendari. And, to be present on these occasions is to be invited to participate. For the closing of any ceremonial event in Kendari will be highlighted by the local "Lulo Dance" performed by local men and woman. And all on-lookers are invited to join the dance, as part of the conclusion and harmonious farewell.

Sanggoleo Golf

Golf Courses with 18 poles, about 40 hectares width has different level. This Golf Course is the only sport facility in Southeast Sulawesi and become the cheapest Golf arena in the world with its good and interesting condition. This Golf Course is located about 10 km from the downtown to the airlines and can reach by public transportation or personal vehicle.

Nambo Beach

Nambo Beach is a beach that about 14 km or about 30 minutes to south of Kendari city, which can reach by public transportation or personal vehicle and also by boat from Kendari port that about 15 minutes. This beach has spread white sandy; the calm condition is very suitable for bath and sunbath on the beach.

• Bau Bau; a prosperous town on the island of Pulau Buton, Bau Bau boasts some impressive citadel walls (Kraton / Wolio Royal Citadel), which remain in a good state of repair. Bau Bau offers travellers convenient boat connections to the Maluku Islands, North Sulawesi and the scuba diving hotspot of Tukangbesi. Close to the citadel, the Pusat Kebudayaan Wolio is a memorable cultural centre / museum.
• Kendari; the capital of South-East Sulawesi, Kendari has strong connections with the inland Tolaki community. This bustling town provides a good choice of inexpensive accommodation, and is conveniently situated between Makassar and Wakatobi, serving as an ideal stopover destination for those taking this long journey. Close to Kendari, the snorkelling and diving opportunities around Pulau Hari are excellent.
• Kolaka; easily reached by boat from Bajoe, being an important gateway into the South-East Sulawesi region. Kolaka is known for its clove and cocoa plantations, and has little to tempt tourists.
• Raha; the most sizeable settlement on the island of Pulau Muna, being located in between Bau Bau and Kendari. The leading attractions in the Raha area are without question the lagoon of Napabale, followed closely by Melerua Beach (Pantai Melerua) and the Mabolu Caves (Gua Mabolu).
• Tukangbesi Islands; famed for their world-class diving and now part of the esteemed Taman Laut Wakatobi (Wakatobi Marine National Park). Pula Hoga is the place that most tourists gather in the Tukangbesi Islands, where a number of picturesque, isolated beaches are on hand.

Mamasa Valley

A area of extreme natural beauty, the Mamasa Valley is also referred to as West Tana Toraja and is known for its traditional ceremonies and local handicrafts. The Mamasa Valley really is best explored on foot, allowing visitors to soak up the scenery and views at a slow pace. Mamasa is the valley's only village of any real size, where the Monday market is a source of great excitement and a chance to purchase a hand-woven blanket. The surrounding countryside is nothing short of idyllic and if you are planning to travel any distance, it makes sense to hire a motorbike, 4WD Kijang or charter a minibus (bemo). Near to the Mamasa Valley are the attractions of the Gunung Mambulilin mountain peak, the hot springs at Kole, village life in Loko, the cascading waterfall of Mambulilin Sarambu, and the jungle walks around Taupe.

 

Tana Toraja

• Batutumonga; boasting a very dramatic setting, on the side of the Gunung Sesean. Be sure to pay Batutumonga a visit if you can, since the panoramas of Rantepao and the Sadan Valley are quite breathtaking.
• Makale; Tana Toraja's administrative capital, centred around a large man-made lake. Makale has far less to offer than Rantepoa, although its white washed churches make for a good photograph.
• Rantepoa; the best place for tourists wishing to spend their time exploring the countryside attractions around the cultural island of Tana Toraja. Rantepoa is conveniently close to many places of interest and features a busy regular market (Pasar Bolu). Lots of recreational activities present themselves within the outlying hills, with hiking trails around the Gunung Singki and the villages of Marante and Naggala.

Togean Islands (Togian Islands)

Indonesia's famed Togean Islands really do offer the sun-seeking, beach-going holidaymaker nothing short of a tropical paradise. The beaches here are peaceful and uncommercialised, while the water presents plentiful coral reefs and endless opportunities for you to try your hand at either snorkelling and scuba diving. This scenic archipelago is comprised of a series of volcanic isles, rich in wildlife and has a choice of homestays within the various friendly, local communities. On the island of Pulau Batu Daka, Bomba is an appealing resort, with guided tours of its spooky bat caves being popular. Nearby, Wakai is the biggest settlement of the Togean Islands and features some good hiking trails. From Wakai, boat trips connect the spectacular beach on Pulau Kadidiri, which really is hard to better, anywhere in Indonesia. Other noteworthy Togean Islands include Pulau Bolilangga, Pulau Malenge, Pulau Tomken, Pulau Una Una and Pulau Walea Kodi.

Lahundape (Nipa-nipa Mountain)

It is located in Kendari district, Kemaraya, about 2 km from the downtown. Lahundape is a waterfall in the mount foot. To reach the mountain, we can see Kendari city from the height. Around the waterfall, there are green trees with its fresh air, so that, we will forget that we stay at the center of Kendari city. In the holiday, this place is become the recreation and camp place. Till now on, this waterfall has functioned as the water source for the society around it.

Wakatobi Island

Wakatobi as one of the world's marine tourism objects and one of the Regencies in Southeast Sulawesi Provience. By operating the New Matahora Airport, launched in December 2008, the island will give you more comfortable trip and spend the holiday at Wakatobi, the only real underwater paradise. Wakatobi is also situated geographically at the world's coral reef triangle center with its 942 fish species and 750 coral reef species from total 850 of world's collection comparing to the two world's famous diving center like Caribbean Sea that owes only 50 species and other 300 coral reef species in the Red Sea, Egypt. Beside the underwater beauty, Wakatobi has also other beauty and richness such as white sandy beach, clear sea water, sunset in every islands edge, historical ruins like ancient fortresses and cannon that spread out in the four main islands, old village with its pillar house, traditional waving, blacksmiths, Bajo tribe and various particular dances. This nature and culture heritages put Wakatobi as the world's famous marine tourism objects. Wakatobi consists of multi-ethnic society and Suku Bajo or Bajo Tribe who lives in the seashore, having a particular building architecture connected by the bridge and boats as their main transportation and basic livelihood as the fishermen. The culinary art of the region serves you a delicious natural tasted food, traditionally made from generation by generation.

Batu Gong Beach

Batu Gong Beach is located about 15 km north of Kendari city. Batu refers to 'Batu' and 'Gong' refers to a big stone that voiced a Gong (the Java music instrument) voice if the seawater has hit it. Batu Gong Beach has white sandy that can not missed it if we visit Southeast Sulawesi. It can reach by public transportation or personal vehicle.

Sea Garden of Hari island

In the Indonesia language, "hari" means daylight. Because of the way the sun's ray's reflection the water of the sea surrounding this island, the local people call it the "Island of Daylight", Hari Island. Swimming, boating and other marine sports find a nature home along these shores. Diving to see the colorful fish in a sea garden setting of coral is a popular activity.

Moramo Waterfall

No other in Indonesia is quite like the Moramo Waterfall. It is unique in traversing a 2 Km plateau, with 127 separate terraced plumes, with the top of the waterfall some 100 meters above is basin pool. The falls have seven main terraces, each with its own natural bathing pool. This combination produces clean, fresh, cool air in the shade production tropical, jungle-forest setting, which surrounds the falls. This is the perfect habitat for Southeast Sulawesi's native animals and birds. Those who love nature at its purest will find this an ideal environment. Only 65 km east of Kendari, Moramo Waterfall is easily accessible by car or by boat, crossing Moramo Bay, with wide panoramic scenery of the sea.

 

Moramo Bay

This clean, pollution-free bay is only one and a half hours by car or speedboat from Kendari. The white sand beaches of Moramo Bay are host to all sorts of water activities and sports; from sun bathing to water skiing, swimming to boating, observation of numerous fish life under the clear and cleans water.

Rawa Aopa Watumohai National Park

Rawa Aopa Watumohai National Park comprises an area of 105,000 ha in South-East Sulawesi province. It was gazette in 1990, becoming Sulawesi's fourth national park. The park is named after the swampy area Aopa and the mountain Mount Watumohai. Large parts of Rawa Aopa Watumohai National Park consist of savanna with palm trees and Alang-Alang. The coast is relatively flat and covered with mangrove swamp forest. Inland the terrain first changes in savanna whereas more inland is hilly with tropical rainforest. This area is dominated by several hills including Mokaleleo Mountain, located in the north and Matoha upland plain (270m) in the east. Mount Watumohai (550 m) and Mount Mendoke (980 m), the highest points in the area, are located in the south. The swampland Rawa Aopa forms an important habitat for water birds. The birds can be watched from Harapan Island, a small island with a hut for bird-watchers in the middle of the swamp.

 

Buton Island and the Sultanate of Buton

To the southeast of the Sulawesi mainland, Buton Island remains part of Southeast Sulawesi Province. Long before the independence of Indonesia and the unification of Buton with the rest of the country, Buton was a kingdom. This existed from the 14th to the 16th centuries. After this, and until Indonesia's independence, it remained a Sultanate. During the Sultanate period, the residents conducted trade and communicated with both China and Majapahit Kingdom, on Java Island. Interestingly, the first ruler who governed this region was a queen and the last ruler was a king. It was the last ruler, King Laki Laponto, who became the first Buton Sultan.

Buton Island is well known for its asphalt, called Buton or Butas Asphalt, and for its teak and ironwood. There is daily boat service from Kendari, with a stopover in Raha, the capital city of Muna Island. The most fascinating culture appeal of Buton Island can be enjoyed when local people conduct ceremonies, celebrations and folk events, which welcome honored guest. One such unique event is "Pakande-kandea", when foods and cakes are offered to visitors and traditional dances are performed.

Nature tourism that is available in Southeast Sulawesi Province are:
1. City of Kendari;

Tahura Murhum, Nanga - nanga Forest, Bungkutoko Island, Tambak Wisata, Gulf of Kendari, Purirano Beach, Nambo Beach, Maya Ria Beach, Lahundape Waterfall.

2. City of Bau-Bau;

Nirwana Beach, Makassar Island, Lakiba Beach, Samparona Waterfall, Jatuh Tirta Rimba Waterfall, Kamali Beach.

3. Regency of Bombana;

Malangke Island, Tapuhahi, Tahi Ite, Sagori Island, Watuburi Cave, Basa Island, Tanjung Bunga, Sangkona Waterfall, Pajongga Tourist Object, Tanjung Ponu ponu.

4. Regency of South Konawe;

Moramo Waterfall, Hari Island, Kacendi Hot Waters, Tanjung Boti Kolo, Polewali Beach.

5. Regency of Konawe; Toropina Beach, Agro at Pudahoa.

6. Regency of Buton;

Lambusango Forest, Basilika Islands, Tirta Gala gala, Kancinaa Beach, Wajo Pantai Kala, Air Panas Beach, Protected Foerst.

7. Regency of Wakatobi;

Wangi - wangi Subdistrict and South Wangi –wangi, Air Gua Kontamale, Air Gua Tee Kosapi, Molii Sahatu Beach, Nua Indah, Jodoh Beach, Liya Honiki, Air Goa Lia Ntade, Natural Cave, Sumanga Island, Kompo Nuone Island, Usuno Beach, Matahora Beach, One Meha Beach.

8. Regency of Kolaka;

Pemandian air panas (Mongolo), Tamborasi (Wolo), Tanjung Kayu Angin ( Malaaha), Futura ( Watubangga), Sopura ( Pomalaa), Lamendai ( Watunbangga).

9. Regency of Muna;

Lohia Subdistrict, Amororondo Cave, Permandian Sampuha Cave, Napabale Lake
- Meleura Beach, Motonuna Lake, Liang Metanduno Cave, Liang Wabose Cave, Liang Toko Cave, Liang La Sabo Cave, Liang La Kalimbu Cave, Liang Idha Malangsa Cave, Liang Tanggara Cave, Liang Forminsa Cave, Liang Sugi Patani Cave.

10. Regency of North Konawe;

Nautical Tourism in Labengki Island, Taipa Beach in Sawa Subdistrict, Rafting in Wiwirano Subdistrict, Telaga Tiga Warna in Linomoiyo Village Asera Subdistrict, Hot Waters in Wawolesea Village Lasolo Subdistrict, Hunting Tourism in Para Wonua, Tirta Wuta Village Wiwirano Subdistrict.

11. Regency of North Kolaka;

Permandian Alam Wae Botoe in Raoda Village, Biru Lake, Tanjung Sapiri Beach, Teluk Laleko in Lele Wawo Batu Putih Village, Cloves plantation.

Sumber Investigasi:

F. I. Fatrick & www.guidingtoindonesia.blogspot.com