Gorontalo

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/gorontalo

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1. Where is Gorontalo?Northern Sulawesi island, Indonesia, on the Minahasa Peninsula
2. How many people live in Gorontalo?1,171,681 (2020 Census); estimated 1,213,180 (mid-2023)
3. What is the capital of Gorontalo?Gorontalo
4. What language do people speak in Gorontalo?Gorontaloan, Indonesian
5. When was Gorontalo built?December 5, 2000
6. What is the population density?100.887 inhabitants per square kilometer

Minahasa Peninsula: The northeastern peninsula of Sulawesi island, forming the geographical basis of Gorontalo province.
Bumi Serambi Madinah: A significant cultural epithet for Gorontalo, translating to 'Porch of Medina,' reflecting its historical role in Islamic scholarship and practice.
Karawo Embroidery: A highly intricate traditional textile art form originating from Gorontalo, characterized by delicate thread manipulation.
Maritime Border: A border defined by sea boundaries, indicating Gorontalo's connection with the Philippines across the Sulawesi Sea.