Waai, Liang & Pombo Islet
Maluku archipelago, a province on the eastern part of Indonesia is also famous for its underwater world. More than 20 dive spots are found along the coastal line of Ambon island, where the capital city of Maluku province is located.
Pattimura Memorial
Patimura is the nickname given to Thomas Matulessy, a native from the island of Saparua who raised up against the Dutch in 1817. He caused the Dutch many headaches and was almost succesful in taking over the strong Dutch Duurstede fort in Sapanua.
The Australian Monument
This memorial was erected by the Australian Government in 1967 to commemorate Doolan, an Australian serviceman. Doolan alone, had shot down a considerable amount of Japanese soldiers in the Second World War/Pacific War, while his comrades were retreating southward Ambon Island.
Commonwealth War Cemetery
The Commonwealth War Cemetery is located in Kapahaha Tantui about 2 kms from downtown. The piece of land on which the graves are located is donated by the citizens of Ambon to be used as a burial ground for the Australian and New Zealand soldiers who had become the Japanese prisoners on World War II, and also the Alliance army who died during the war.
Yamdena Islands
Located about 420 miles from Ambon, it is well known for its marine gardens and white sandy beaches. In the natural sea garden, there are numerous ornamental fish, shells and marine vegetation. Tanimbar is the home of Larat orchids, so that it is also called Lelemuku island.



