Manokwari is an Indonesian city located on the island of New Guinea. It is the capital of the province of West Papua. The Bird's Head on which the city is built is unique corners of wild nature, surrounded by tropical forests, mountains and the Pacific Ocean.
general information
Manokwari intensively develops agriculture, timber industry, eco-tourism, extraction of minerals, which together gives the province economic and financial independence. A good income to the budget brings the sale of seaweed, pearls, traditional Timorese clothing. On the outskirts of the city, various fruits, coconuts and cocoa are grown. The city port exports timber, copra and cocoa. In 2000, the University of Papua was founded here. In the 16th century Manokwari actively participated in the spice trade. The main religion is Protestantism, many adhere to the five pillars of Islam, and a large part of the population keeps faith in the local religion.
Climate
Manokwari is dominated by a tropical climate with numerous precipitations. Even in the driest month, a lot of rain falls, the largest number - in April. The average annual temperature is + 26 ° C.
sights
The town of Manokwari consists of contrasts: very often you will see old and super-modern buildings, and the buildings themselves are very interesting designs. This applies to all areas of the city. As such, there are no sights here, but the city's architecture - mosques, churches and administrative buildings - is very interesting. Here's what you can see in the city:
- Masjid Al Ikhlas Mosque;
- the church of Gerea Sanggen;
- old mosque on the water;
- a statue of Jesus;
- the Catholic Church of Emmanuel;
- the Nabire rocket area;
- Manokwari Mosque;
- Christian churches (they exist in almost every district of the city).
Entertainment
The main entertainment in Manokwari is held in the bosom of nature. The most interesting and popular places for this:
- the island of Mansinem - a beautiful beach and clear clear water, an excellent place for snorkeling;
- Ambon beach is black, sandy, surrounded by tropical marshes and forests. This is the most famous place for surfing ;
- beach Tanjung Batu - with good waves, an excellent place for surfing;
- Lake Wasti is quite large, surrounded by mangroves. Above the pond there is a bridge, from which a beautiful view of the entire district is opened;
- fishing - from boats is always a good catch, in these waters there is perch, tuna and mackerel;
- The nature reserve Arfak is all the hills surrounding the outskirts of the city. An untouched nature, full of variety of flora and fauna (especially many birds of paradise and butterflies). An excellent place for mountain tourism;
- night clubs and discos .
Hotels
Planning for any vacation, the most important aspect is the right hotel choice. After all walks, excursions and adventures a full rest is exactly what you need. Most of the hotels are located in the city center and not far from the airport . The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, TV, mini-bar, for the service Wi-Fi will have to additionally pay extra. Some hotels have additional services: massage, spa treatments, swimming pool and dinner in the room. The average cost of the room is from $ 45 to $ 75. Best and popular Manokwari Hotels:
- Triton 4 *;
- Swiss-Belhotel Manokwari 3 *;
- Fujita Papua Hotel 2 *;
- Mansinam Beach Resort 2 *;
- hotel and convention center Aston Niu Manokwari 4 *.
Restaurants
In Manokwari very tasty local cuisine, the aromas of which can be felt in many corners of the city.
- Fine restaurants are few, but very many cozy and small cafes and bistros:
- Warung ikan bakar - seafood restaurant;
- Wr. Jayakarta - offers simple but tasty dishes, mostly from chicken.
The most popular cafe in the city "Pondok Kopi Matoa" is located near the institute Unipa. In it you will be offered:
- all sorts of coffee, the most delicious - "Wamena";
- tea, fresh;
- toast;
- fried manioc and bananas;
- seafood dishes cooked on the grill;
- tasty vegetable and fruit salads;
- on weekends and live music.
Shopping
In the center of Manokwari there are several markets and the Hadi shopping center. The main purchases on the market are fruits and vegetables. The variety is large, but the prices are rather low. In the shopping center you can buy everything you need for living, from clothing to technology and furniture. On the streets there are a lot of souvenir shops where you can buy products of folk crafts: decorations, masks and other memorable gifts.
Developments
It was with Mr. Manokwari that Christianization of the whole island began. On February 5, 1855, Christian preachers Johan Geissler and Karl Otto arrived in these places on the schooner "Ternate". Since then, every year on this day in honor of this event is a grand celebration-carnival . The city is visited by guests and delegations of the surrounding islands and the whole of Papua.
Transport
In the city there are regular buses and minibuses, in addition to this transport, you can take a taxi. At the airport in Manokwari, you can rent a car or a motorcycle, but remember that in these parts of the left-hand traffic.
How to get there?
Tourists get to Manokwari by air, Rendani airport gives all those who wish this opportunity. The most popular avenues in Indonesia in the direction of Manokwari:
- Jakarta ;
- Milano;
- Seboring-Borång;
- Ambon;
- Baubau;
- Pomala.