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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

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

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

 

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Sero Tangga

The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil

Teguh Bersatu

This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of

Pala Salawaku

This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely

Asmat Papua

The batik motif illustrates the Asmat’s sacred tribal motifs that are

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Gigi Haruan Lidi

The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of

Tenun Bima

The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great

Burung Bidadari

Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an

Samudra

This art painting means to be strong-willed person to pursue

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in