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Where is Palu





Palu Location Map, Indonesia



Facts about Palu, Indonesia

CountryIndonesia
ProvinceCentral Sulawesi
RegionCentral Sulawesi, Sulawesi Island
City StatusCity (Kota); provincial capital
EstablishedIncorporated 1 July 1978; City status 22 July 1994
CoordinatesApproximately 0.895° S, 119.859° E
Total Area~395.06 sq km
Land Area~395.06 sq km
Water AreaMinimal
Population (2020)~373,218
Population (mid‑2024 est.)~389,959
Population RankMajor city in Sulawesi; one of the largest on the island
Major DistrictsEast Palu, West Palu, North Palu, South Palu, Central Palu
Main IndustriesGovernment services, Trade, Education, Port and logistics
Major AirportMutiara SIS Al‑Jufrie Airport (PLW)
Time ZoneCentral Indonesia Time (WITA, UTC+08:00)
Known ForCapital of Central Sulawesi, Palu Bay scenery, gateway to beaches and natural attractions
Websitehttps://www.palukota.go.id/


Top Attractions in Palu in Indonesia

  • Tateli Beach – popular beach with clear waters, sand, and seaside activities
  • Talise Beach – city beach offering sunset views and recreational areas
  • Palu Grand Mall – major shopping and entertainment center in the city
  • Palu Nomoni Monument – landmark monument honoring local heroes and history
  • Kulawi Cultural Village – showcase of traditional Central Sulawesi culture and arts
  • Palu Cathedral – notable Catholic church with unique architecture
  • Palu River – scenic riverfront with walking paths and local markets
  • Lake Lindu – nearby natural lake with wildlife, boating, and trekking opportunities
  • Balaroa Hill – viewpoint offering panoramic views of Palu city and surrounding landscapes
  • Palu Grand Mosque – important mosque with distinctive architectural style


Distance from Palu to Other Indonesia Cities

  • Palu to Jakarta – 1,562 km (971 miles)
  • Palu to Surabaya – 1,060 km (659 miles)
  • Palu to Makassar – 472 km (293 miles)
  • Palu to Semarang – 1,248 km (775 miles)
  • Palu to Bandung – 1,514 km (941 miles)
  • Palu to Medan – 2,408 km (1,496 miles)
  • Palu to Padang – 2,170 km (1,348 miles)
  • Palu to Denpasar (Bali) – 1,005 km (624 miles)
  • Palu to Samarinda – 306 km (190 miles)
  • Palu to Pontianak – 1,177 km (731 miles)
  • Palu to Pekanbaru – 2,054 km (1,276 miles)
  • Palu to Tanjungpinang – 1,726 km (1,072 miles)