Bau-bau is the principal on Buton Island, the former capital of the Sultan of Wolio, who ruled Buton and the nearby islands of Muna, Kabaena, Wowini and Tukangbesi. The people conducted trade communicated with both China and the Majapahit Kingdom, on the Island of Java. Interestingly enough, the first ruler who governed this region was a queen, and the last was a king. The most fascinating cultural appeal of Buton Island can be enjoyed when local people conduct ceremonies, celebration celebrations and folk events, which welcome honored guests. One is the "Pakandekandea", when food and cakes are offered to visitors and traditional dances are performed. Buton Island is well known for its asphalt, called Buton or Butas Asphalt, and for its teak and ironwood. The Keraton which overlooks the town of Bau-bau is said to be the largest walled fort in the world. It is the site where the old Butonese Monarchy lived and ruled from. You can walk around the great walls which are still standing today and take in the great views out over the coastal town of Bau-Bau. It is possible to visit the Keraton museum within the fort and explore the little pathways which run through the small villages within the fort whilst soaking up the relaxed village culture.
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