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Pangkalan BunAdministratively, Pangkalan Bun is a sub district, and

capital of the West Kotawaringin district. The bustling

little town was once the seat of power of the Kutaringin

Sultanate in the reign of Sultan Imanudin reign in 1811-

1814. The legacy of the sultanate can be found at the

Keraton Kuning or Yellow Palace, in the heart of

Pangkala Bun. The palace itself is reconstruced, since

the original site was burnt down in 1986. Historically, the

Kutaringin Sultanate was once a district of the Banjar

Kingdom which emerged as a separate sultanate during

the reign of Sultan Banjar IV Mustainbillah. The

Sultanate came under the rule of Javanese Majapahit

Kingdom, and therefore traces of Javanese culture are

found abundant in the area.

A Masjid

About an hour’s drive from downtown

Pangkalan Bun, a relaxing scene

awaits at the Kubu Beach. The beach

is a 3Km gulf of relatively flat

surface, where the water is calm and

perfect for recreational

activities. There are also areas which

are perfect spots for fishing. Along the

shores, visitors can also watch and

took part in the activities of the

fishermen, as Kubu is also known as a

fishing village.

Grilled fish

Unlike cities in Java or other islands,

and as in most Kalimantan’s cities, the

main mode of transportation is by

rivers, and Pangkalan Bun is no

exception. The traditional Kelotok and

Getek boats as well as speedboats of

every shape and size passing by on

the Arut River are a common scene of

the town. On both banks of the river,

traditional wooden houses punctuated

by riverside activities of the inhabitants

are truly interesting sights.

A transportation in Arut river

There are also distinct buildings within

the Chinatown area which also faces

the Arut River. If one wishes to cruise

and venture along the long and wide

river, there are kelotok and Geteks

parked on some points of the river and

they will be only too willing to offer a

tour down the river.

In 1973, DR. Birute Galdinas establishedThe Orangutan Care Center Quarantine(OCCQ) in Pangkalan Bun. Ever since, thefacility has taken care of wounded Orangutansand those confiscated by the NaturalResource Conservation Office (BKSDA) . Inthis quarantine facility, visitors can alsointeract with charming orangutan babies.Visitors will be guided and supervised by anofficer in charge when interacting with theyoung orangutans. The facility encompassesapproximately 100 hectares and canaccommodate over 300 primates.

( Source : http://www.indonesia.travel)

SWISS BELINN PANGKALAN BUN

Swiss-Belinn Pangkalan Bun is the first 3-starinternational hotel in the city of PangkalanBun, capital of Kotawaringin Barat Regency inthe west of Central Kalimantan Province.

Strategically located in the heart of the city,the hotel only is only a couple of minutes fromKumai Harbour and just 15 minutes drive fromIskandar Airport, from where there are directflights to Jakarta as well as other towns andcities in Kalimantan.

SWISS BELINN PANGKALAN BUN

This brand new hotel offers exquisiteservices and facilities for business andleisure traveller to the city. Swiss-BelinnPangkalan Bun offers 93 guestrooms,comprising 1 Presidential Suite, 4 RoyalSuites, 6 Executive Suites, 13 GrandDeluxe and 69 Deluxe. Guest facilitiesinclude Lobby Lounge and Bar, CoffeeShop, Karaoke, Fitness Centre & Spaand a Swimming Pool. For corporate andprivate events, the hotel is also equipped

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