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Where is Sulawesi?
Sulawesi is the Indonesian island where the ancient human skeletons were found, providing the earliest evidence of drug use. Indonesia is an archipelago in Southeast Asia, known for its rich biodiversity and long human history, making it a significant region for archaeological discoveries.
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