Ujung Pandang, Administrative district in Makassar City, Indonesia
Ujung Pandang is a coastal district on the southwestern shore of Sulawesi Island with a tropical setting near sea level. It comprises several neighborhoods including Maloku, Mangkura, Pisang Selatan, and Pisang Utara, all linked by local transportation routes and footpaths.
The area served as a hub for maritime trade across Eastern Indonesia during the 16th and 17th centuries before Dutch colonial forces took control. This period shaped its role as a significant trading port in the region.
The district reflects the heritage of Makassarese, Buginese, Torajan, and Chinese communities through local markets, food stalls, and how people interact in everyday spaces. Visitors notice these cultures woven into the rhythm of daily life, from what people eat to how neighborhoods gather and celebrate.
The district is easiest to explore on foot or by local transportation, with flat terrain that makes walking straightforward throughout the area. The adjoining neighborhoods are close together, so visitors can move between different sections without difficulty.
From 1971 to 1999, the name Ujungpandang referred to the entire city of Makassar until officials restored the original city name for the metropolitan area. This renaming marked a turning point in the city's recent past.
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