Balikpapan
English (EN)
Balikpapan is a major city on the eastern coast of Kalimantan, Indonesia, in East Kalimantan province. With a population of approximately 690,000, it is the second-largest city in Kalimantan and the economic heart of the island.
Economic Significance
Balikpapan is the center of Indonesia’s oil and gas industry, home to one of the country’s oldest oil refineries, operated by Pertamina. The city also serves as a key port for timber, coal, and palm oil exports.
History
Balikpapan’s modern history began with the discovery of oil in 1897, attracting Dutch colonial investment. During World War II, the city saw significant military action, including the Battle of Balikpapan (1945) between Allied and Japanese forces.
Modern Hub
Today, Balikpapan is a modern, growing city with a strong business district and expanding infrastructure. It is connected to Samarinda and nusantara (Indonesia’s new capital) by the Balikpapan-Samarinda toll road.
中文 (ZH)
巴厘巴板 是加里曼丹岛东海岸的重要城市，位于东加里曼丹省，人口约69万，是加里曼丹第二大城和经济中心。
经济意义
巴厘巴板是印尼石油和天然气工业的中心，拥有该国最古老的炼油厂之一。该城同时也是木材、煤炭和棕榈油出口的重要港口。
历史
巴厘巴板的现代历史始于1897年石油的发现，吸引了荷兰殖民投资。二战期间，该城经历了重要的军事行动。
现代枢纽
如今，巴厘巴板是一座现代化、快速发展的城市，拥有繁华的商业区和完善的基础设施。它通过高速公路与三马林达和努山塔拉相连。
Bahasa Indonesia (ID)
Balikpapan adalah kota utama di pesisir timur Kalimantan, Indonesia, jantung ekonomi pulau ini dan pusat industri minyak dan gas.
知识关联
- kalimantan · 加里曼丹岛
- samarinda · 三马林达
- nusantara · 努山塔拉