Tanjung Pandan Travel Guide
Tanjung Pandan is the capital of Belitung Island in the province of Bangka-Belitung, southeast Sumatra. Tanjung Pandan is the primary access center to the world class beaches of Belitung.
Belitung Island is a big tin producer like its next door neighbor, Bangka. It also has stunning beaches but without the general bustle of Bangka Island. Tanjung Pandan’s main attraction is Tanjungpendam Beach, a gorgeous stretch of sand with light blue waters.
Other attractions in Tanjung Pandan worth checking out are the Geology Museum, with its interesting collections, Tanjung Pandan Zoo, and a large public pool. Away from Tanjung Pandan are the even better beaches of Tanjung Kelayang and Tanjung Tinggi, where the snorkeling is world class. Island-hopping around Belitung Island is a popular pastime.
Things to Do
Tanjung Pandan Attractions
- Tanjungpendam Beach
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Most people who stay in tanjung pandan visit this beautiful beach, which is great for swimming, sunbathing and walking.
Side trips from Tanjung Pandan
- Tanjung Kelayang and Tanjung Tinggi beaches
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Lying farther afield on belitung island are these fantastically beautiful beaches, of which kelayang is almost idyllic.
Events
- Buang Jong
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Tanjungpendam beach puts on this ceremony every july and august with boat racing and flag-waving galore.