Bangka (Sumatra)

Bangka is one of the two main islands of the Bangka-Belitung province in Indonesia. This island has developed as an economic center.

Not to be confused with Bangka (Sulawesi).

Cities

  • 🌍 Pangkal Pinang — capital of Bangka-Belitung province
  • 🌍 Mentok — capital of West Bangka regency
  • 🌍 Koba — capital of Central Bangka regency
  • 🌍 Sungai Liat — capital of Bangka regency
  • 🌍 Toboali — capital of South Bangka regency

Understand

Climate

The average rainy season occurs from October to April.

Do

Surf at Tanjung Kerasak beach, South Bangka.

Buy

White pepper, a commonly used ingerdient in Chinese, Thai, and Portuguese cuisines.

Stay safe

West Bangka region is a highly malarious area.

Go next
This article is issued from Wikivoyage. The text is licensed under Creative Commons - Attribution - Sharealike. Additional terms may apply for the media files.