| Place | Distance | Why Visit | |-------|----------|-----------| | (actual natural cave) | 12 km north (≈ 20 min drive) | The real “Meki” site featured in the exhibition’s legend. | | Mekari Botanical Garden | 0.5 km (within museum grounds) | Home to rare tropical mango varieties. | | Traditional Market “Pasar Kima” | 2 km east | Sample local street food & buy hand‑woven textiles. | | Lake Tondano Viewpoint | 30 km south (≈ 45 min) | Scenic lake with sunrise hikes; great for photography. | | Cultural Center “Rumah Budaya Kima” | 5 km west | Live performances of Kima drums and dance on weekends. |