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Banda Neira

Banda Islands, MalukuMalukuHidden Gems

Tiny islands that were once the world's only source of nutmeg.

The Banda Islands were for centuries the only source of nutmeg and mace, a monopoly the Dutch East India Company seized with great violence in the 17th century.

Today Banda Neira is a quiet island of colonial houses and forts, facing the volcano Gunung Api across a narrow strait, with coral gardens close to shore.

Good to know

  • Historic nutmeg islands
  • Fort Belgica
  • Gunung Api volcano

Planning a visit

Time needed
About 6 h
Relative cost
Medium cost

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