Boatbuilding Phinisi in South Sulawesi, Bulukumba, Indonesia, Asia

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"Phinisis boats are made from tropical ironwood (known locally as 'ulin') and teak. Their design includes a distinctive curved stern and prow. The two masts have seven sails, allowing them to maneuver effectively in the Indonesian seas. The term “pinisi” technically refers to the rig itself".

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Size: 4134px × 6201px
Location: Bulukumba, South Sulawesi, Indonesia, Asia
Photo credit: © Erberto Zani / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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