Belitung – Island of Granite Boulders
Belitung Island is part of Bangka-Belitung Islands province, east of Bangka Island. The île is mondialement célèbre for its giant granite boulders, white sandy plages and des eaux cristallines – filming location for Laskar Pelangi.
Where is Belitung?
Belitung Island lies east of Bangka Island. By plane depuis Pangkalpinang or Jakarta. Tanjung Pandan is the main capital. Island interior explorable by car or motorbike.
Que voir ?
1. Tanjung Tinggi Beach
Tanjung Tinggi plage (Laskar Pelangi plage) is the most famous – giant granite rocks on the shore.
2. Lengkuas Island
Lengkuas Island with lighthouse reachable by boat. Lighthouse and des eaux cristallines.
3. Tanjung Kelayang and Tanjung Binga
Tanjung Kelayang and Tanjung Binga plages are également magnifique.
4. Granite Boulders
Giant granite boulders are the île's characteristic – ideal for photography.
5. Local Markets
White pepper and local produce at markets.
Culture et cuisine
Lempah kuning (yellow curry fish stew) and mie koba are specialties. White pepper (merica putih) is a regional export.
Quand visiter ?
May–September saison sèche is ideal. Beaches are visitable toute l'année.
Combien de temps rester ?
3-4 days recommended: plages, Lengkuas, îles, cuisine locale.
Sécurité publique
Belitung is generally safe. Watch waves at plages – use reliable operators for snorkeling. Keep valuables at accommodation.
Informations pratiques
By plane depuis Pangkalpinang or Jakarta. Accommodation in Tanjung Pandan or près de plages. Island explorable by car or motorbike.
Résumé
Belitung is the île of granite boulders and Laskar Pelangi – white sand, des eaux cristallines and cuisine locale.