Kendari, Provincial capital in Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia.
Kendari is the capital of Southeast Sulawesi province in Indonesia and sits along a bay that opens to the sea. The neighborhoods extend from the waterfront inland and are connected by main roads.
Dutch sailors reached the bay in the early 19th century and established a trading post. During World War II the Japanese navy used the harbor as a base for operations in the eastern archipelago.
The city name comes from the local Tolaki language and refers to a waterside location. Fishermen bring their catch to the harbor each day, while vendors along the coast offer fresh seafood and dried fish.
An airport sits near the city and connects it with other towns on Sulawesi and beyond. A main road runs northwest toward Kolaka and makes access to neighboring regions easier.
Craftspeople of Chinese descent produce fine filigree work in gold and silver using techniques passed down through generations. These ornaments are often used as jewelry for weddings and traditional ceremonies.
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