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Supplementary Issue
INDONESIA September 2005 Issue No. 9 Supplementary Issue CONSULATE GENERAL OF THE REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA, MUMBAI, INDIA INDONESIAN TOURIST DESTINATION : West Kalimantan Laying directly across the equator and the main gate way into the Province of West Kalimantan is the provincial capital of Pontianak. This rapidly developing and surprisingly large city was founded in 1771 by Syarif Abdul Rahman Al-Kadri of Saudi Arabia and is now a bustling economic hub as well as home to a sizeable university and a giant indoor sports stadium. Canals crisscross the city and one of Indonesia’s longest rivers, the Kapuas 1143 km long, divides the town in two, providing an essential and historical communications link. Like Java and Sumatra, West Kalimantan was once an important cultural crossroads. Hinduism reached West Kalimantan by about the year 400 and evidence of both early Hindu and Buddhist civilizations in the region have been discovered. Stone carvings and ceramics can be traced as far back as the 5th century, but it is the influence of Islam that has had the most impact on this region.The advent of Islam in West Kalimantan occurred at about the same time as the rise of the first Islamic Kingdom in Aceh in the 15th century and was introduced primarily from South Sumatra and North Kalimantan, and the country of Brunei. Islam was rapidly embraced and various kingdoms grew in strength and power particularly because of Kalimantan’s strategic importance along trade routes to China and the Philippines.West Kalimantan covers an area of over 146.807 sq km, which is rich in a variety of minerals and precious stones and remains largely unexplored. Coastal areas are mainly swamp lands with more than 100 rivers sculpting the flat plains, but in the mountainous eastern parts of the province, away from the city and plains, there are many Dayak villages.The Dayaks have ancient traditions and beliefs which are expressed in various forms; earlobes elongated by heavy earings, tattoos intricate paintings, designs and carvings and wonderful dances of respect, heroism, welcome and cure. A large Chinese population, Malays and other Indonesian ethnic groups account for the rest of the inhabitants of the province.West Kalimantan is easily accessible from Jakarta or Singapore by air and boat and over land journeys provide a rare opportunity to see the interior of one of the world’ largest and richest islands. Pontianak : As the capital of West Kalimatan, there are some interesting places to visit, among others the Equator Monument, Kadariah palace in Kampung Dalam, the State Museum, the Kapuas and Landak Bridges with a river view and floating market. One can simply Indonesian Tourist Destination - WEST KALIMANTAN relax in the recreational park Tirta Raja. The beach resort of Kijing and Temajoh island are good places for diving, fishing and sailing. Betang (Long House) : On the outskirts of Pontianak is a Dayak traditional long house at Saham Village, 158 km from Pontianak. The measures of long house are 186 m long, 6m wide, where 269 people live in. There is no accomodation here. National Park and Nature Reserve : The Gunung (Mount) Palung national park located in the Ketapang regency is home to miscellaneous flora and fauna. The Raya Pasi Mountain located in theSingkawang regency is also interesting to visit to see the Rafflesia or the Giant Flower. Singkawang is also a nature reserve. The forest of Sanggau is worth a visit where hot springs, lakes and caves can be found. The other nature reserves are the forests of Baning and Kelam Hill in the Sintang Regency. While in Kapuas Hulu, there is the Bentuang Karimun nature reserve where Lake Sentarum and the protected Siluk fish (Sclerop hages Formocus) are found. Mount Palung National Park : Mount Palung National Park located in Sukadana and Simpang Hilir district Ketapang West Kalimantan covers 90.000 hectares and stretches out in 110°12’ 11036’ longitude and 1°5’ - 1°33’ latitude. The highest mountains are Mount Palung (1.116 m) and Mount Panti (1.030 m) with the average rainfall 3.000 mm/year. The park has various vegetation and fauna the ecosystem varies from mangrove swamp tropical rain and mountainous. The flora existing in the park are: Bruguiera Lumnitzera Rhizophora Soneratio Alstonia schlaris Dyera lowii Gonystylus bancanus Agathis borneoensis Melanorrhoea walichiee Calophylum Mezeettia parvifolia Dacrydium sp. Shorea spp. Drybalanops aromatica Dipterocarpus spp. Hopea sp. Eusideroxylon zwegeri and Aquilaria malacensis. The fauna enrich the park are: Wild boar Antelope Monkeys (Macaca irus Nasalis larvatus) Buerotidae Hylobatidae Orang utan (Pongo pygmaeus) birds and Gallus varius Bukit Raya National Park : Situated in Serawai district, Sintang Regency, the national park covers about 100,000 hectares of tropical forest inhabited by various species of animals. You can reach Serawai from Sintang Regency by motorboat. Bentuang Karimun National Park : The largest national park in West Kalimantan, it covers an area of 800,000 square km. This border reserve is accessible by speed-boat about from Putussibau via the Kapuas river for 11 km, then Embaloh river for 11 km, and Sibau river for 5 km. Kelam Hill : Completed with beautiful and pristine scenery, Kelam Hill is a sight to see. Long houses of Dayak tribe occupy some spots. And for the more adventurous visitors, the hill is also great for rock climbing. Located about 18 km from Sintang, it’s accessible from land (8 hour busride from Pontianak) and water (a trip in “Bandung boat”). Mount Poteng : From a distance, a part of Mount Poteng looks like a gigantic human thumb, showing a gesture of recognition. Located about 4km southeast of Singkawang, it stands 700 meters above sea level. You can find a historical Dutch colonial swimming pool filled with crystal clear water and plants of Rafflessia which only blooms once a year. The mountain is accessible by private vehicles up to its foothill. Randayan Island : You can sail to Randayan Island by boat from Pasir Panjang Beach in Sambas Regency, about 128 km from Pontianak. The island’s beach has clear water that’s marvelous for diving. Supplementary Issue ( September 2005) 2 Indonesian Tourist Destination - WEST KALIMANTAN The Equator Monument : The monument marks Pontianak as the Land of the Equator. Built in 1928 by a Dutch geographist, it was renovated in 1938 by an architect named Silaban. Every year, on March 21-23 and September 21-23, the sun passes the equator line exactly at noon (culmination). At this point, every shadows around the monument disappear. The Equator Monument is about 5 km from downtown Pontianak. Karimata Islands : The beach forest, rocky mountainous forest, and shores make an ecosystem of flora and fauna that spreads about 77,000 hectares. Species to watch for include duyung sea cow, turtle (Dermochelelys Coriace), tutong (Batagus Baska), and kura gading (Orilitia Borneensis). Pasir Panjang Beach : Pasir Panjang Beach is located in Sambas Regency, 128 kilometers away from Pontianak, and 17 kilometers from Singkawang. Public transportation is available. Pasir Panjang Recreational Park is facilitated with a hotel, a restaurant and swimming pool Tanjung Batu Beach : Tanjung Batu beach is located in the District of Pemangkat, Sambas Regency, about 175 km from Pontianak and 30 km from Singkawang. Gorgeous scenery is there to enjoy. Modest accommodation and restaurants are available. Colouredfish from Gili Trawangan Gosong Beach : Three small islands circle the shore, protect it from harmful waves. Fishermen love the spot. You can reach Gosong beach from Singkawang city border, about 25 km to Sungai Raya village. Kijing Beach : Located in Pontianak Regency, about 85 km from the city, it’s accessible by public transportation. Temajo Island : From Kijing Beach, you can sail over to Temajo Island by motorboat for about an hour. The beautiful scenery and serenity are perfect traits for those in need of a good relaxation. Batu Payung Beach : Famous for its white sand and unique-shaped coral rocks that stick out above the waters. One even looks like an umbrella. A good place for diving and waterskiing. About 23 km from Singkawang City, the asphalt road makes the beach easily accessible by car. Sentarum Lake : A lake situated in Selimbau District, Kapuas Hulu Regency. You can reach the regency by driving a 115-HP speedboat from Putussibau through the Kapuas River upstream in 4 hours. Belida Lake : Another lake in Selimbau District. Kapuas Hulu Regency is about 647 km far from Pontianak. Luar Lake : Luar Lake’s located in Badau District, also Kapuas Hulu Regency. Dara Juanti Museum : Formerly known as the Palace of Sintang, the museum displays some collections of of Sintang Kingdom’s inheritances. Opens daily, you can find the building around the bank of Kapuas River. The distance between Pontianak and Sintang is about 395 km, about an 8-hour busride. Or you can use a boat through the Kapuas river, which will take between 20-48 hours. Kadriyah Place : A historical inheritance of Pontianak Sultanate, it’s located about 1 km from downtown Pontianak. Supplementary Issue (September 2005) 3 Indonesian Tourist Destination - WEST KALIMANTAN Amantubillah Palace : Built in the 1780 by Panembahan Adijaya, it’s located on Pedalaman Island, 2 km away from Mempawah. The palace is an inheritance of “Amantubilah” Mempawah Panembahan Kingdom. Muhammad Saunan Palace : Also serves as a museum, the Palace is an inheritance of the Matan Kingdom, which was formerly known as Tanjungpura Kingdom. When moved from Tanjungpura to its current place at Mulia Karta, the name changed into Matan Kingdom. Pasir Panjang Recreational Park : Located about 17 km from Singkawang, you can reach the park by public transportation. Facilities include a hotel, a restaurant, and a swimming pool. Sambas Palace : This palace is one of the remnants of the Kingdom of Sambas. Up to the present time it is still kept in good condition. There are many antiques to be seen . IMPORTANT CONTACTS FOR WEST KALIMANTAN WEST KALIMANTAN DIPARDA (REGIONAL TOURISM OFFICE) Jl. Letjen Sutoyo Km 17, Pontianak, Tel :(62-561)742838,741445 Fax : (62-561)739644 WEST KALIMANTAN TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE Jl. Ahmad Sood, Tel :(62-561)36172 HOTELS Mahkota Hotel, Jl. Sidas 8, Pontianak, Phone : 0561-736022,736024 Fax : 0561-736200 Kapuas Palace Hotel, Jl.Imam Bonjol Pontianak Phone : 0561-736122 Fax : 0561-734374 Merpati Hotel, Jl. Imam Bonjol No.41 Pontianak Phone : 0561-745481 Fax : 0561-762662 Kartika Hotel, Jl. Rahadi Usman, Pontianak Phone : 0561-734401,732012 Fax : 0561-738457 Palapa Hotel, Jl. Ismail Tahir, Sambas Phone : 0562-31449 Pontianak Raya City Hotel, Jl. Pak Kasih 44, Pontianak Phone : 0561-32495 Fax : 0561-33781 Garuda Hotel, Jl. Pahlawan No. 40 Pontianak Phone : 0561-736890 Fax : 0561-739001 RESTAURANT Sukadana Restaurant, JL. Sidas 8, Pontianak, Mahjkota Kapuas Hotel, Phone : 0561-36022, 36023 Manis Mata Restaurant, Jl. Imam Bonjol, Pontianak, Kapuas Palace Hotel, Phone : 0561-36122, 36123, Corina Restaurant, Jl. Tanjungpura 124, Pontianak, Phone : 0561-34486 Gajah Mada Restaurant, Jl. Gajah Mada 202, Pontianak, Phone : 0561-38167, Italian Steak House Restaurant, Jl. Nusa Indah III 109-111, Pontianak, Phone : 0561-36581, 33420, Fajar Restaurant, Jl. Veteran No. 9, Phone : 0561-37887, Atomic Restaurant, Jl. A Pranoto Hapkoen Restoran, Jl. D.I Panjaitan XX/55, Phone : 0542-22132,22324 Dinasty Restaurant, Jl. K.S Tubun XXIII/52, Phone : 0542-31167,31179 Holland Bakery, Jl. Mayjen Sutoyo Rt 11/3, Phone : 0542-22102 Holland Modern, Jl. Jend A. Yani, Phone : 0542-22102 Shangrila Restaurant, Jl. Mayjend Sutoyo IV/102 Tip Top Restaurant, Jl. Mayjend Sutoyo 66, Phone : 0542-24674 Top Ten Restaurant, Jl. Mayjend Sutoyo, Phone : 0542-24674 Bondi’s Restaurant, Jl. Mayjend Sutoyo No.7, Phone : 0542-23646 Sari Rasa Restaurant, Jl. K.H. Agus Salim 26, Phone : 0541-22771 Sari Wangi Restaurant, Jl. Niaga Utara 54, Samarinda, Phone : 0541-22554 Depot Darmo Restaurant (chinese food), Jl. K.H. Abul Hasan, Phone : 0541-31287 California Fried Chicken, Jl. Sulawesi 9-10, Samarinda Phone : 0541-31580 Sari Rasa Restaurant, Jl. K.H Agus Salim 26, Samarinda, Phone : 0541-22771 TRAVEL AGENTS Ateng Tours & Travel, Jl. Gajah Mada 201, Pontianak, Phone : 0561-32683, 36615 Anggie Tours & Travel, Jl. Gajah Mada 277, Pontianak, Phone : 0561-34586, 32265 Gajah Mada Nusantara Tours & Travel, Jl. Gajah Mada 67, Pontianak, Phone : 0561-30324, 36128 Fax : 0561-34374 Insan Worlwide Tours & Travel, Jl. Gajah Mada 67, Pontianak, Phone : 0561-34383, 37457, Fax : 0561-37424 Kalutama Tours & Travel, Jl. Tanjungpura 149 A-B, Pontianak, Phone : 0561-32841, 34257 Airlangga Tours & Travel, Jl. Merdeka No.138 Ketapang 78811, Phone : 0534-32525 Asia Jaya Nusantara Tours & Travel, Jl. Tanjung Pura No. 236, Pontianak, Phone : 0561- 37432, 32265, Fax : 0561-34586 Bima Sakti Tours & Travel, Jl. Gusti Situt Machmud No. 41, Siantan Pontianak, Phone : 0561-35384, 35343 Citra Kasih Khatulistiwa Tours & Travel, Jl. Pak Kasih No. 6, Pontianak, Phone : 0561- 36436, 36729, Fax : 0561-36729 Inti tours & Travel, Jl. Gusti Situt Machmud No. 4, Pontianak, Phone : 0561- 35773 Fax : 0561-33683 SUPPLEMENTARY ISSUE IS COMPILED, PRINTED AND PUBLISHED BY CONSULATE GENERAL OF THE REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA 19, ALTAMOUNT ROAD, CUMBALLA HILL, MUMBAI - 400 026, INDIA TEL : (91-22)23868678/23800940 FAX : (91-22)23800941 WEBSITE : http://www.kjrimumbai.net E-MAIL : kjrimumb@bom3.vsnl.net.in