Takalar

Takalar is an administrative regency in South Sulawesi, Indonesia, encompassing both mainland coastal areas and the offshore Tanakeke Islands. The regency covers roughly 567 square kilometers and combines urban settlements along the coastline with rural communities further inland.

The regency was established in 1960 as a separate administrative unit when the autonomous region of Makassar was divided. This restructuring allowed local government to better address the needs of coastal and island communities under one authority.

Local communities across the regency maintain fishing rituals and agricultural traditions visible along the coast and inland villages today. Markets sell fresh catch, seafood, and produce from surrounding fields, creating a lively gathering point for residents and travelers alike.

The administrative center in Pattallassang serves as a reference point for travelers moving between the northern coastal towns and the southern rural districts. Road connections run from the coast into the interior, providing access to different villages and settlements throughout the area.

A railway line connected the regency with Makassar between 1922 and 1930, representing one of the earliest train services in South Sulawesi. After closure, no visible traces of the tracks remain today, though local stories preserve the memory of this early transport link.

Location: South Sulawesi

Capital city: Pattallassang

Elevation above the sea: 103 m

Shares border with: Makassar, Gowa, Jeneponto

Website: http://takalarkab.go.id

GPS coordinates: -5.41667,119.58333

Latest update: December 3, 2025 00:40