West Kalimantan

West Kalimantan extends across 147,037 square kilometers of tropical terrain with numerous rivers, mountains, and dense forests along the northern coast of Borneo.

The region gained provincial status in 1957 following Indonesian independence, replacing the former Dutch colonial administrative structure that controlled the territory.

The population includes Dayak communities in rural areas, Malay groups near the coast, and Chinese descendants who maintain distinct traditions and languages.

Rivers remain the primary transportation routes throughout the province, connecting Pontianak with remote settlements due to limited road infrastructure.

The province contains Lake Sentarum, which alternates between a vast wetland system and interconnected lakes depending on seasonal water levels.

Location: Indonesia

Inception: January 1, 1957

Capital city: Pontianak

Elevation above the sea: 33 m

Shares border with: Sarawak, East Kalimantan, Central Kalimantan, Riau Islands, Bangka Belitung Islands, Central Java

Phone: +6256173654

Email: pemprov@kalbarprov.go.id

Website: http://kalbarprov.go.id

GPS coordinates: -0.13224,110.50000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:47