I heard from people around the harbor that this port has been around since the Dutch era and... read more
Also known as Pelabuhan Paotere in Indonesian language, this working port is located approximately... read more
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I heard from people around the harbor that this port has been around since the Dutch era and currently not too many are sailing again. a place that proves that many foreigners in ancient times.
Also known as Pelabuhan Paotere in Indonesian language, this working port is located approximately 4km north of the city centre. Here you can find a large port where Bugis sailing ships berth. A plethora of activities happening at the port and there is a huge...More
Makassar as a port city since collonial era is famous with their big cargo phinisi ship that copy the blueprint master of a schooner. During kingdom era the main harbour of Gowa Kingdom is located near the delta of Jeneberang close to Benteng Somba Opu,...More
It's interesting to see the trading boats built locally based of the the design of Arab boats going back hundreds of years. They still carry goods to the remote islands and are working vessels. Not a lot to see there but still worth a look....More
I bought some fresh squid and took it to a small shop in front of the market to ask for it to roasting
Paotere Harbor is different from what I thought I will see, I heard it's a lively harbor with lots of load and unloading activities, but I guess it needs good timing - I went there on midday. So it was extremely hot but the sky...More
An historical harbour which still retains a historical feeling. Lots of old boats around offering trips to neighbouring islands.
Took some photos here.it was midday and things weren't very busy, which meant I was pretty obvious, and I felt self conscious about it. But some of the fisherfolk smiled and waved or said hello. Classic boat shapes. Hard working people.
This might be worth a quick look if you happen to be in the area and you like wooden boats. The harbour itself is really not that impressive, but you can get some quite nice photos of the various wooden boats berthed in the harbour....More
Interesting to see all the cargo boats. 20,000 to enter (like everywhere). Not worth the trip out in itself but we were invited on a boat for a tour which was very good. Like all attractions in makassar ( in my opinion). Alright but not...More
