Pangkalpinang
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Pangkalpinang serves as the capital of the Bangka Belitung Islands Province in Indonesia, situated on the east coast of Bangka Island. Historically, it was a hideout for pirates preying on ships in the South China Sea, attracting attention from the Johor Sultanate and Banten. The city's name originates from local words meaning 'base' and 'Areca catechu palm'.
Statistics
Area
89.41 km²
Population
218,569