Facts about Manado, Indonesia
| Country | Indonesia |
| Province | North Sulawesi |
| Region | Northeastern Sulawesi (Manado Bay area) |
| City Status | City (Kota) |
| Established | 14 July 1623 (traditional founding date) |
| Coordinates | Approximately 1.4748° N, 124.8421° E |
| Total Area | ~157 sq km |
| Land Area | ~157 sq km |
| Water Area | Minimal |
| Population (2020) | ~451,000+ |
| Population Rank | Capital and largest city of North Sulawesi Province |
| Major Districts | Malalayang, Sario, Wenang, Wanea, Tikala, Paal Dua, Mapanget, Singkil, Tuminting, Bunaken, Bunaken Kepulauan |
| Main Industries | Tourism, Trade, Fisheries, Government services, Education |
| Major Airport | Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) |
| Time Zone | Central Indonesia Time (WITA, UTC+08:00) |
| Known For | Bunaken National Marine Park, diving tourism, Manado cuisine |
| Website | https://manadokota.go.id |
Top Attractions in Manado in Indonesia
- Bunaken National Marine Park – world-famous diving destination with vibrant coral reefs
- Malalayang Beach – popular coastal area known for sunsets and seaside food stalls
- Mount Lokon – active volcano offering hiking trails and scenic crater views
- Jesus Blesses Statue (Patung Yesus Memberkati) – iconic hilltop statue overlooking the city
- Manado Tua Island – volcanic island ideal for snorkeling and trekking
- Ban Hin Kiong Temple – historic Chinese temple showcasing traditional architecture
- Soekarno Bridge – modern waterfront bridge illuminated beautifully at night
- Tangkoko Nature Reserve – nearby rainforest sanctuary home to tarsiers and black macaques
- Megamas Boulevard – lively seaside promenade with shops and restaurants
- Siladen Island – tropical island destination known for white sand beaches and diving spots
Distance from Manado to Other Indonesia Cities
- Manado to Bitung – 45 km (28 miles)
- Manado to Gorontalo – 400 km (249 miles)
- Manado to Palu – 830 km (516 miles)
- Manado to Makassar – 1,300 km (808 miles)
- Manado to Kendari – 1,000 km (621 miles)
- Manado to Balikpapan – 1,100 km (684 miles)
- Manado to Surabaya – 1,700 km (1,056 miles)
- Manado to Denpasar – 1,900 km (1,181 miles)
- Manado to Jakarta – 2,200 km (1,367 miles)
- Manado to Bandung – 2,300 km (1,429 miles)
- Manado to Jayapura – 1,800 km (1,118 miles)
- Manado to Ambon – 950 km (590 miles)

