Kayan Mentarang National Park, National park in North Kalimantan, Indonesia.
Kayan Mentarang National Park is a protected forest reserve in North Kalimantan covering mountainous terrain with river valleys. The park's landscape includes dense forests, water systems, and elevated regions with various ecosystems.
Archaeological remains like stone tools and burial sites within the park show that humans have lived in this region for a very long time. These discoveries provide evidence of early settlement and occupation of the area.
Indigenous Dayak communities live around the park's borders, maintaining their traditional ways in forest villages. You can observe how they interact with the land and forest resources in daily life.
The best time to visit is during the dry season when conditions are more stable for travel. The park is remote and requires careful planning before arrival.
The protected forest is home to rare animals like the Malayan pangolin, proboscis monkey, and clouded leopard. These creatures are adapted to the specific forest conditions found here.
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