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    Makassar, formerly called Ujung Pandang, is the capital of South Sulawesi province. It has the largest population of any city on the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia, and is the fifth largest city in Indonesia after Jakarta, Surabaya, Bandung and Medan. The city is on the southwest coast of Sulawesi, facing the Makassar strait.
    Makassar, also known as Ujung Pandang, is the capital of Southern Sulawesi province and the largest city on the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia.
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    Makassar , formerly Ujung Pandang (Makasar: ᨆᨀᨔᨑ, romanized: Ujungpandang, pronounced [uɟuŋˈpandaŋ]), is the capital of the Indonesian province of South Sulawesi. It is the largest city in the region of Eastern Indonesia and the country's fifth-largest urban center after Jakarta, Surabaya, Medan, and … See more

    The name Makassar was long spelled Macassar in English and many other European languages, although the Portuguese spelled it Macáçar during their presence there in the 17th century.
    The Dutch spelled … See more

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    The city is one of Indonesia's primary ports, with regular international and domestic shipping connections. It is nationally famous as … See more

    The executive head of the city is the mayor, who is elected by direct vote for a period of five years. The mayor is assisted by a deputy mayor, who … See more

    The metropolitan area including Makassar is known as Mamminasata [id], an acronym of Makassar and the neighboring areas of Maros See more

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    The trade in spices figured prominently in the history of Sulawesi, which involved frequent struggles between rival native and foreign powers … See more

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    Makassar has a public transportation system called pete-pete. A pete-pete (known elsewhere in Indonesia as an angkot) is a minibus that has been modified to carry … See more

    Makassar City is divided into 15 administrative districts (kecamatan) and subdivided into 153 urban villages (kelurahan). The … See more

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  3. Makassar, also known as Ujung Pandang, is a vibrant and historic city that serves as the gateway to South Sulawesi. As a former center of the Gowa Sultanate a… See more
    Makassar, also known as Ujung Pandang, is a vibrant and historic city that serves as the gateway to South Sulawesi. As a former center of the Gowa Sultanate and a strategic port for trade and conquest, Makassar offers a rich cultural heritage and a diverse culinary scene. You can explore the impressive Fort Rotterdam, a Dutch fortress that houses a museum and a library, or visit the majestic Makassar Great Mosque, which seems to float on the water. For a glimpse of the local life, head to the Paotere Harbor, where you can watch the colorful fishing boats and the bustling market. Makassar is also a convenient base for exploring the natural wonders of South Sulawesi, such as the karst landscapes, the coral reefs, and the Toraja culture.
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  4. 37 Facts about Makasar (Ujung Pandang) - Facts.net

  5. WEBMakassar is a port city with a diverse population and a rich history. Learn about its attractions, such as Fort Rotterdam, Asmaul Husnah 99 Kubah, and Pulau Samalona, and get tips on when to visit.

  6. Makassar (Ujung Pandang) Travel Guide - Asia for Visitors