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Samarinda is the capital of East Kalimantan, on the eastern part of the island of Borneo, 60 km from the Makassar Strait.
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Kampung Tenun
Centre of traditional weaving sarong called Sarung Samarinda.
Masjid Islamic Center Samarinda
Inspired by the Hagia Sophia in Turkey and opened in 2008. A major attraction in the city.
Monument of the icon of Samarinda, Mahakam river dolphins.
Desa Wisata Pela
Watching Mahakam dolphins or locals called Pesut Mahakam.
Only available on weekends (Saturday/Sunday) in one schedule. Trip time is about 3 hours, from 17:00 to 20:00 WITA.
Desa Budaya Pampang
Dayak tribe cultural show.
Local food with delicious taste. Made from special ingredients and local fish.
Roti gembong is a Kutai traditional bread.
provide Soto Banjar, the most famous Soto Banjar in Samarinda.
35 minutes away from Samarinda International Airport, this hotel is one of several hotels near the airport and has 36 guestrooms.
A big modern mall, true to its name.
Street market.
Market.
By bus
There are many buses from Balikpapan. The journey takes 2 hours and costs Rp45,000 (non AC) & Rp55,000 (with AC).
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