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Sandeq Race (Photo: @disbudparpolman)

Sandeq boat construction (Photo: @Pesona Indonesia)

Sandeq Race Festival - the Legend of the Fastest Wooden Boat

Could you believe if there is a wooden boat that sails in 15-29 knots (28-56 km/h) of wind speed without any electrical engine? Sandeq boat is the fastest wind boat since 1000 BC. This boat making construction technology is one of craftsmanship legacy of Mandar tribe in West Sulawesi. The ancestor of Mandar tribes are known as one of the strongest and the oldest sailor tribes in Austronesian archipelago. The Sandeq Race Festival is held annually in August-September as cultural events to revive and valorize such remarkable cultural heritage. The festival also offers many cultural events at 8 Sandeq etape destinations, starting from Mamuju city to Makassar city. Around 40 Sandeq teams participate in the competition to prove their talent in wind sailing. Come and join this unique cultural sport event!

Cultural Tourism Destination

Sandeq Race Festival

Tourist Attractions in West Sulawesi

West Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Lipaq Sabe

Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is

Sandeq

Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of

Sekomandi

Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”

Rumah Mamuju

the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house

 

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Batik

Motifs

Bale Lumbu

This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Gonggong Beruntun

This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and

Gentala Arasy

Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Kasih Tak Sampai

‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to

Pucuk Rebung Riau

Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and

Cengkeh

The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents

Merak Ngeram

The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and