Palangka Raya

A riverside provincial capital deep in Borneo, serving as the gateway to peat swamp rainforests and wild orangutans.

Palangka Raya is the capital of Central Kalimantan Province, Indonesia, situated along the Kahayan River in south-central Borneo, with Dayak culture as its backdrop. To the south of the city, Sebangau National Park is famous for its peat swamp forests and wild orangutans; visitors can take a boat to Kaja Island to observe the orangutans or learn about the work of the Nyaru Menteng Orangutan Rescue Center. The Balanga Museum introduces local culture, while Bukit Tangkiling, Lake Tahai, and the Kahayan Bridge are ideal for short excursions. The dry season runs from around June to September, though visitors should be mindful of peat fire haze. The gateway is Tjilik Riwut Airport.

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