Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia · Asia
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Kendari is a city located in Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia. With a population of 345,107, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Kendari sits in Indonesia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Makassar time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kendari to your route.
Kendari is the capital city of the Indonesian province of Southeast Sulawesi. It had a population of 289,966 at the 2010 Census and 345,107 at the 2020 census, making it the most populous city in the province, and the fourth most on Sulawesi. The official estimate as at mid 2025 was 375,829 (comprising 188,853 malesRead more
and 186,976 females). The city covers an area of 270.14 square kilometers (104.30 sq mi), or about 0.7 percent of Southeast Sulawesi's land area.
Located on Kendari Bay, it continues to be an important trade center, with the province's main port and airport. It is the economic and educational center of the province, home to various universities and colleges. Kendari has the highest Human Development Index (HDI) in Sulawesi.
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Kendari is located in Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia, Asia. The coordinates are -3.9778 latitude, 122.5151 longitude.
Kendari has a population of approximately 345,107 people, making it a city in Indonesia.
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