The city of Manado is located on the north eastern tip of Sulawesi and is the capital city to the province of North Sulawesi. Internationally renowned for its close proximity to the small coral island of Bunaken, which is now a national marine park. Here you can enjoy the natural underwater beauties of the islands. The city of Manado itself doesn\'t have much to offer tourists, but the culinary adventurous should prepare their taste buds for some of the most spicy food this side of Asia. Manado cuisine is also known for using unconventional ingredients such as bat meat and rat meat.
Gorontalo is a promising tourist destination, rich with culture and natural beauty. Visitors with a passion for history can checkout the old Otanaha fort built by the Portuguese in the 15th century, or the Orange fort which can only be reached after traversing 139 stairs. Various cultural buildings and mosques can also be found around the city. A coastal city, Gorontalo also features beautiful beaches and amazing snorkeling locations near Tomini Bay.