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Indonesia - Balikpapan
In the heart of an unsung part of Borneo, Balikpapan is Kalimantan’s gateway city. Most venture here for business reasons, in particular the mining industry. Yet the city still has the feel of an undiscovered corner of Asia, blending Bugis, Javanese, Dayaks and foreigners into a diverse ethnic melting pot. Fringed by jungles and sea, Balikpapan retains an otherworldly charm even as the city modernises.

 
 
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Sample local nasi padang – rice with a spread of meat and vegetable dishes – at Restaurant Minang Asli. Tuck into seafood at Bondy’s on Jalan Ahmad Yani – or for the romantic, dine seaside at Ocean or Dapeen. Grab a simple meal or snack at Pacific Food Court in Balikpapan Plaza. Later, look out for Dayak carvings, ceramics, woven cloth and antiques at the Kalimantan Art Shop in Jalan Gunung Sari Hilir. For bargains, visit Balikpapan Centre, or check out Pasar Inpres Kebun Sayur. Head to Fitriah Art Shop and Apoukayan Art Shop for finer art goods and antiques.

 
 
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