it does have an exciting mix of established tourist trails and sparsely inhabited, difficult to reach regions (and consequently, regions free of the tourist parade) that have amazing beaches, dive sites, river rapids -- pretty much a bountiful variety of natural attractions. It's not all trees and water, though. The highlight of the island for culture vultures like us is undoubtedly Tana Toraja, the home of some of the most unique traditional arts
Traditional Toraja Houses
Upon entering the region, the divergent cultural heritage from the rest of the island (and Indonesia proper) becomes immediately apparent in the architectural stylings. Torajan people live in houses that have roofs resembling boats, and these houses are everywhere. They are used in the construction of everything from rice barns