Explore the mysterious statues and beautifully carved stone works at the plateaus of Sulawesi. No one knows who built them. They are built by the Lost Civilization.
No written report, no significant legends told. Yet they are scattered in three different valleys. Some are recorded on the government lists but probably still much more are hidden in the highland rainforest jungles. Explore the Off the Beaten Path Indonesia on Sulawesi Island.
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Drive along the coastal road on the half of the distance. Passing villages and beautiful panoramic views. The first visit is to old fort built by the Gowa Kingdom, which renamed to Fort Rotter5dam in the colonial period. The next visit is to Paotere harbor where the local boats include Phinisi - the
Bugis schooners take ancor.
The highlight of the day is the visit to Leangleang - the pre-historic cave where the cave wall painting is found. The oldest one which is mentioned to be the oldest of such a kind in the world is not open to public as it is still under scientific studies.
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Explore Toraja the Sacred Highlands. Visit traditional villages, any cultural events such as wedding and Funeral. Toraja Funeral is one of the most interesting cultural events in Indonesia. The mortuary rites for the nobles may sacrifice hundreds of water buffaloes. The day by day program will be defined
on the spot as to match with cultural events might take place during the visit.
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Explore Toraja the Sacred Highlands. Visit traditional villages, any cultural events such as wedding and Funeral. Toraja Funeral is one of the most interesting cultural events in Indonesia. The mortuary rites for the nobles may sacrifice hundreds of water buffaloes. The day by day program will be defined
on the spot as to match with cultural events might take place during the visit.
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Drive further inland to the heart of Sulawesi Island for the once a very isolated Bada Valley, the last place to spot the works of the Lost Civilization of Indonesia. Meandering mountain roads with pristine cloud forest of Lore Lindu National Park are part of your drive today. Visit places with ancient
statues.
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Drive northward until east coast of Central Sulawesi and drive inland through Tinombala Mountain range, the highest mountain range in Sulawesi to reach Behoa or Besoa Valley
The native of the valley called it Behoa but it sounds difficult for the colonial administration hence they called Besoa valley instead. Besoa have been long isolated, it is like blessing in disguise - the ancient statues and stone construction of the Lost Civilization preserved until today.
Napu valley seems to be the earlier settlement of the Lost Civilization. The statues and stone constructions are rough in comparison to those in Besoa and bada valley
All the accommodations are on "Standard" category. Yet you have chance to choose higher hotel categories in Makassar and Toraja by choosing "Comfort" price package your hotel will be Melia or similiar hotel in Makassar and Toraja Heritage in Toraja, plus the rest of the accommodation mentioned in "Standard"
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