Makassar or also known as Ujung Pandang is the captial of South Sulawesi. The home town of Indonesia\'s ex-Vice President Yusuf Kalla, Makassar has developed into a colorful tourist destination. Some of the must see attractions when here include Pantai Losari, Fort Rotterdam, some of the many islands around the region and Trans Studio (largest indoor Theme Park in the world). The Makassar cuisine is very different from anywhere else and is a must try for the culinary curious. Makassar also has a strong historical presence seen from its many ancient relics dating back long before the arrival of the Dutch.
There are many beaches along the shoreline of Ketapang regency. Some of them are Tanjung Belandang beach, Air Mata Permai beach, Sungai Jawi beach, and Pagar Mentimun beach. Each of them having its own beauty and very interesting to be explored. For example, Tanjung belandang beach, there is an outbound place and swimming pool. Different with Air Mata Permai beach, besides its white sands, the flora and fauna along the beach are very interesting for visitors. Mangrove forest is still maintained with the exotic birds.