Pangkalpinang: The Center of Islands
The Bangka-Belitung Islands has a wide array of natural, enchanting beauty. One way to this destination is going through the Pangkalpinang City in the eastern coast of the Bangka Island. The city is the island's capital and the largest. The city's name have two origins: "pangkal or pengkal" meaning beginning or center which attributed the city's role as the center or beginning of the tin mining industry, and "pinang" which means palm trees where the city is very abundant with. The most accessible airport in the city is the Pangkal Pinang Airport (PGK).
Best Time to Visit
Tourism in Pangkalpinang is at its peak during summer for its fine, warm weather, which is during May through June. This also means higher Pangkalpinang hotel rates. September to November, on the other hand, is also a good time for fairly fine and cools weather with affordable rates as well.
What to Do & Area Attractions
There are historical and cultural spots in the city visitors love to visit. The Masjid Jamik Pangkalpinang is a 1936 mosque, which is one of the largest and oldest mosques in the city. The Girimaya Golf Club is also a great visit for those who are fond of playing golf. Both spots are near destinations from Swiss-Belhotel Pangkalinang that offer positively reviewed facilities and services. Another spot is the Ramayana Pangkalpinang, which is also a good place to stop by for some shopping while in the city. For other accommodations, the Menumbing Heritage Hotel is a luxurious choice for its iconic historical architecture with great and impeccable services that gives visitors the greatest stay while in Pangkalpinang.