Why Tours and Travel Service Management?

Hello, guys
My name is Ayu Jane Christy, I am from Polewali Mandar, West Sulawesi. I chose to continue my education to the Makassar Tourism Polytechnic, as the tourism Polytechnic of Makassar is the only state tourism school in East Indonesia that is absolutely qualified.

In addition, I chose Tour and Travel Service Management as my major because I wanted to be a tour guide and improve my English skills.

That's all, thank you..

10 Tourist Destinations In Makassar City

Makassar is a city located in the province of South Sulawesi. Makassar has many tourism potentials, ranging from tourist destinations, special foods, and many more related to tourism.

1.   Somba Opu Fort

Fort Somba Opu is a witness of the history of the people struggle from Gowa-Tallo kingdom. This fort reflects the success of Gowa-Tallo kingdom which is one of the most visited port of traders from around the world. In the castle area there is a giant cannon. Currently, in the fortress built Argowisata area in the form of traditional houses from all over South Sulawesi. Visiting Fort Somba Opu Sampir Same as visiting all areas in South Sulawesi. In the fortress area there is still the original red stone when the fortress was built.

2.    Tanjung Bayang Beach

Tanjung Bayang Beach is one of the favorite beaches of the people of Makassar. In addition to the close enough access, this beach also gives a sense of comfort. Tanjung Bayang Beach is a place that must be visited if you are in Makassar, apart from the atmosphere of the beach we can also refreshing with our family or friends and companions. The price for entrance to Tanjung Bayang Beach is only Rp 5,000 for parking. So for those of you who want to visit Makassar do not forget to see the tourist spots Tanjung Bayang Beach.

3.  Trans Studio Makassar 

      Taman Theme Park is an amusement park in the Trans Studio Makassar. A visit to this location can give visitors a unique experience. Unlike most other playgrounds, at Trans Studio Makassar, visitors can feel a variety of games without having to worry about the heat of sunlight. To enjoy all the rides available in this Trans Studio Makassar complex, visitors are charged a 1-time ticket. After entering the area, visitors will not be charged another ticket when they want to enjoy various rides. For weekdays (Monday-Friday) tickets are charged at Rp. 150,000. While weekends (Saturday, Sunday) and public holidays are subject to a ticket fee of Rp 200,000,-. Trans Studio Makassar is open for public visit starting from 09.00 until closing at 22.00.

4.   Dome 99 Mousque

The location of this mosque is very strategic, which is adjacent to Losari Beach. The beach is one of the popular tourist destinations in Makassar. For visitors, it will certainly get two benefits at once. Because besides visiting the beach, we can also travel spiritually to the mosque. In addition to the place of worship, the magnificent design is suitable for taking selfies. The design is so instagramable. Travelers will make it a new tourist destination in Makassar. Here the visitors can even enjoy the charm of sunset. The combination of sunset, beach and magnificent buildings is a great sight. So, it's a pity to miss it.

5.   Mandala Monument

      In the center of Makasar Town is a monument named Monumen Mandala. Mandala Monument is built to commemorate the liberation of West Irian. This equilateral triangular shaped building looks so charming and elegantly furnished with towers towering around 75 meters from ground level. The triangular shaped building is a symbol of Trikora (three people's commands). At the bottom and top of the building there are reliefs that form a blaze signifying the fighting spirit Trikora. The two-storey Monument Trikora holds many uniqueness on each floor. So when you visit to Makasar less complete it feels if you do not get to stop by to see the tourism area of the Mandala monument. This place is very affordable so you can use any vehicle to get to the historical place of this monument mandala.

6.   Fort Rotterdam

      Fort Rotterdam is not located in a remote place so it is very easy to find. We will not be charged this fortress entrance fee. If viewed from the sides of the fortress, the stone of the fortress walls is a distinctive stone that is not given in the arrangement. Wall thickness is about 2 meters. Upon entering this fortress, we will find a beautiful green garden and surrounded by old terraced buildings. Inside the fortress, we will find the museum La Galigo. The condition of Fort Rotterdam is well preserved, I did not even find the slightest garbage when entering this fortress even though the castle is always crowded with visitors because of the often occupied performances. There are places typical souvenir of Makassar in the Fort Rotterdam area.

 7.   Losari Beach

      Losari Beach is one of the icon of Makasar City. Losari Beach is located in the coastal area of Makasar city, to go to Losari Beach from the middle of the city Makasar only about 3 kilometers. Do not worry too much transportation to get to Losari beach such as taxis, public transportations, and other vehicles. Losari Beach has its own attraction for the community. There Lita can enjoy the beauty of the beach and can enjoy the sunset at the beach.

8.   Amirul Mukminin Mosque

       Better known as the floating Mosque with its uniqueness built on sea level and located right in the northeast of Losari Beach. The original name of this mosque is actually the mosque Amirul Mukminin, better known as the floating Mosque because it is located in the northeast of the Losari beach which makes every Dolaners who come and also relax and Rest with the breeze of Losari beach and enjoy the beauty of its panorama. The View will become more special during the seconds The sun begins to sink. Especially if it is seen from the third floor of the mosque Amirul Mukminin.

9.   Cheng Ho Mosque

      The Cheng Hoo Mosque has two floors and is capable of accommodating about 600 worshippers. The first floor is used for the male congregation, while the second floor is specially used for the female congregation. The towers on both sides of the mosque mimic Chinese shrines, painted in red and jade green.

10.   Akkarena Beach

      Akkarena Beach is one of the friendest places for family vacation. Arguably, this is the most appropriate place to foster warmth among the family. Play together, your laughter and all the fun things to be found. This hospitality is what makes Akkarena beach Makassar City more visited.

     That's 10 tourist destinations in the city of Makassar that I visited on Saturday 31 August 2019. Hopefully useful. There are still so many tourism destinations in Makassar that I haven't visited that day. Keep guarding every place and do not pollute anything that is passed or commemorated. Enjoy and don't damage anything. I am grateful for being able to enjoy the beauty of Makassar today in terms of natural, artificial, cultural and historial, religious and other attractions. See you guysss...