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Balikpapan is a coastal city located in East Kalimantan, Indonesia. It is known for its bustling seaport and oil industry, as it is home to one of the largest oil refineries in Indonesia. The city is also a popular destination for tourists due to its beautiful beaches, such as Kemala Beach and Manggar Beach, as well as its vibrant nightlife and shopping districts. Balikpapan is a melting pot of cultures, with a mix of indigenous Dayak tribes, Malay, Chinese, and other ethnic groups living in the city. The city is also known for its delicious seafood cuisine, with fresh catches from the nearby waters served in many local restaurants.
Interesting facts
- Balikpapan is known as the oil capital of Indonesia, with many oil companies having operations in the city.
- The city is home to one of the largest oil refineries in Indonesia, the Pertamina Balikpapan Refinery.
- Balikpapan is a major seaport city, serving as an important hub for shipping and trade in East Kalimantan.
Bars, Cafes, Restaurants
Diner
RM Padang Upik
Balikpapan,
Jalan MT Haryono
Asian Restaurant
Warung Nganjuk
Balikpapan,
Jalan D.I Panjaitan
Noodle Restaurant
Bakso Mie Ayam Gangsar
Balikpapan,
Sepinggan Auri
Coffee Shop
Café
Indonesian Restaurant
Ocean's
Balikpapan,
Jalan Jenderal Sudirman | Komplek Rukan Bandar Balikpapan Blok M 18
Accommodation
Hotel
Hotel Platinum Balikpapan
Balikpapan,
Jalan Soekarno Hatta 28
Resort
Hotel
Swiss-Belinn Balikpapan
Balikpapan,
Jalan Jend.Sudirman 345 Sudirman Square, Balikpapan Permai
Arts and Entertainment
Park
Taman Tiga Generasi
,
Stadium
Stadion Persiba
Balikpapan,
Kompleks Pertamina Parikesit
Playground
Fun Station
Balikpapan,
Jl. Jend Sudirman
Stadium
Balikpapan Sport Centre
Balikpapan,
Jalan M.T. Haryono
Museum
Tugu Pemuda
Balikpapan,
Jalan ARS M. Klandasan Ulu Balikpapan
Movie Theater
Cinema XXI
Balikpapan,
Jalan Jenderal Sudirman