Baubau
City in Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia
Baubau is a city in Southeast Sulawesi province, Indonesia. The city is located on the southwest coast of Buton island. Baubau attained city status on 21 June 2001 after Law Number 13 of 2001 was passed. It covers an area of 294.98 square kilometres (113.89 sq mi), of which about 30 square kilometres (12 sq mi) is water. It had a population of 136,991 at the 2010 Census and 159,248 at the 2020 Census; the official estimate in mid-2023 was 161,280. The city is the economic center of the Buton Island region and the second-largest city in the province. It was the cultural center of the Butonese people, the former capital of the Sultanate of Buton, the seat of the colonial administration of Eastern Sulawesi, and briefly the capital of the entire Southeast Sulawesi regency until 1955 when the capital status shifted to neighbouring Kendari.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 152,143
- Coordinates
- -5.463, 122.602
- Timezone
- Asia/Makassar
- Elevation
- 15 m
Overview of Baubau
Baubau sits in Indonesia and reads as a mid-sized city. With 152,143 residents, it is easy to gauge its scale. The southern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Expect culture to fill most of your time.
Things to do in Baubau
Culture in Baubau
(1)Baubau's culture entries include Mines. Everything listed here comes from what Baubau is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Getting there & around
Public transport from Indonesia reaches Baubau without much detour. Baubau runs on Asia/Makassar time.
Similar destinations
Places near Baubau that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Baubau known for?
- In Indonesia, Baubau stands out for culture. That mix defines the typical visit to this 152,143-strong destination.
- What can you do in Baubau?
- Options in Baubau run to Mines — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- Where is Baubau located?
- You will find Baubau in Indonesia. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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