Facts about Palu, Indonesia
| Country | Indonesia |
| Province | Central Sulawesi |
| Region | Central Sulawesi, Sulawesi Island |
| City Status | City (Kota); provincial capital |
| Established | Incorporated 1 July 1978; City status 22 July 1994 |
| Coordinates | Approximately 0.895° S, 119.859° E |
| Total Area | ~395.06 sq km |
| Land Area | ~395.06 sq km |
| Water Area | Minimal |
| Population (2020) | ~373,218 |
| Population (mid‑2024 est.) | ~389,959 |
| Population Rank | Major city in Sulawesi; one of the largest on the island |
| Major Districts | East Palu, West Palu, North Palu, South Palu, Central Palu |
| Main Industries | Government services, Trade, Education, Port and logistics |
| Major Airport | Mutiara SIS Al‑Jufrie Airport (PLW) |
| Time Zone | Central Indonesia Time (WITA, UTC+08:00) |
| Known For | Capital of Central Sulawesi, Palu Bay scenery, gateway to beaches and natural attractions |
| Website | https://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)

