Time zone in Kendari is : GMT+08:00
The capital of South East Sulawesi, Kendari is a mountainous region with many rivers flowing through it. Famous for its beautiful works of silver and its traditional hand woven fabric known as “Tolaki”, are two must buy souvenirs from this region. Some must see places when here are Pantai Nambo, a beautiful white sand beach with crystal clear water, the Japanese Tunnels left from the second World War and the Kendari Unity Tower (Menara Persatuan), despite its current sad condition, is a must visit destination for its panoramic views.
Time zone in Batam is : GMT+07:00
Batam is one of the largest islands in the Riau archipelago. Like many islands in the region, it was once an underdeveloped island, but after the declaration of free trade in 1989, the island was completely converted into a tourist destination and business district, in a very short time frame. Its strategic location close to the Malacca Strait and Singapore has made Batam one of the biggest ports of Southeast Asia and a major center of international trade, industry and commerce. Despite its many luxurious hotels, Batam is still considered as a transit destination or entry point to Singapore. On the other hand it\'s a great place to get your hands on affordable electronics.