<![CDATA[The availability of accurate geospatial information is essential for supporting cultural tourism planning and sustainable destination management. However, comprehensive spatial information on cultural tourism attractions in Enrekang Regency, South Sulawesi, Indonesia, remains limited. This study aimed to map and characterize the spatial distribution, cultural significance, and accessibility of cultural tourism attractions using Geographic Information Systems (GIS). A descriptive qualitative approach integrated with GIS was employed. Data were collected from October to December 2025 through field observations, Global Positioning System (GPS) measurements, photographic documentation, and interviews with local communities and tourism site managers. Spatial and attribute data were processed using ArcGIS 10.8 to produce thematic maps and descriptive spatial interpretations. The findings identified nine cultural tourism attractions distributed across four districts, with the highest concentrations in Enrekang (44.44%) and Anggeraja (33.33%), followed by Baraka and Baroko (11.11% each). The attractions exhibited diverse characteristics, encompassing historical heritage, ancestral burial sites, traditional religious architecture, and distinctive natural landscapes. Accessibility varied considerably, with recorded travel distances ranging from 0.6 to 49 km and travel times from 2 to 102 minutes. Several less accessible sites also exhibited limited supporting infrastructure and maintenance. These findings highlight the importance of integrating geographical accessibility, cultural heritage preservation, and community participation into tourism development strategies. The study provides a preliminary geospatial inventory that can support evidence-based planning, destination management, and sustainable cultural tourism development in Enrekang Regency.]]>
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