Bulungan

Bulungan is an administrative regency in North Kalimantan, spanning terrain with forests, rivers, and varied landscapes, with Tanjung Selor as its administrative center. The region divides into ten districts that together comprise 81 administrative villages and numerous smaller settlements.

The region separated from Tarakan city in 1997 and underwent further division in 1999 that created the regencies of Malinau and Nunukan. These changes shaped its current form as a distinct administrative entity.

The population includes Javanese, Bugis, Banjar, Dayak, and Kutai communities, each speaking their own languages and maintaining distinct customs. You can experience this diversity in local markets, neighborhoods, and celebrations where each group expresses its traditions.

The region has low population density, meaning large distances between settlements and abundant nature characterize the area. Visitors should expect limited infrastructure and longer travel times when moving between districts.

The name Bulungan derives from local words and symbolizes the bond between people and land in this forest-rich region. The motto Tenguyun, meaning Together, still reflects the coexistence of different ethnic groups today.

Location: North Kalimantan

Capital city: Tanjung Selor

Elevation above the sea: 187 m

Shares border with: Berau, Malinau, Tana Tidung

Website: http://bulungan.go.id

GPS coordinates: 3.00000,117.16667

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:06