Bangka Island

Immerse yourself in the pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters of Bangka Island. Discover the rich marine life, breathtaking views, and unique cultural experiences this hidden gem has to offer.
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Lies on the the western part of Indonesia, Bangka and Belitung Islands located just in the east coast of Sumatra. Pictured above is Parai Tenggiri Beach in Bangka Island. The word bangka derives from 'wangka' which means "tin" as the island is one of the major contributors of the world's production.

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Eliza Saliman
10 Indonesian Island Getaways You Need to Explore  source: adventourland.com Holiday Destinations, Beautiful Destinations, Travel Destinations, Travel Tips, Places To See, Places To Travel, Indonesia Tourism, Away We Go, Central Java

Indonesia is the world’s largest archipelago, with 18,307 islands there are just so many places to explore and discover. Some islands, however, are more worthy of exploration than others. Now, we’re not talking about the likes of Bali, Lombok, Komodo and Raja Ampat – these are pretty popular places already – we want to show you some […]

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Barry Huang
BANGKA, Indonesia — In the lore of Bangka Island, one of the world’s main tin-producing centers, the rocky, white-sand beach of Tuing holds a special place. Tuing Beach is one of several areas around Bangka, off the southeast coast of Indonesia’s Sumatra Island, where locals believe they can spot the footprints of Akek Antak, a […] Environmental Degradation, Environmental Science, Bangka Island, Belitung, France 24, South China Sea, Indigenous Community, Sumatra, Fishing Villages

BANGKA, Indonesia — In the lore of Bangka Island, one of the world’s main tin-producing centers, the rocky, white-sand beach of Tuing holds a special place. Tuing Beach is one of several areas around Bangka, off the southeast coast of Indonesia’s Sumatra Island, where locals believe they can spot the footprints of Akek Antak, a […]

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