Palangkaraya
In short
Palangkaraya is the capital and largest city of the Central Kalimantan province in Indonesia. It is located on the island of Borneo between the Kahayan and Sabangau rivers.
In plain words
It is a very large city in terms of land area, but much of it is covered by forests and nature reserves. Most people live in the urban areas, while the rest is protected greenery.
A simple example
A traveller visiting the city might stay in the urban centre before heading into the nearby Tangkiling Forest to see the local nature.
Why it matters
As a provincial capital, it serves as the main hub for administration and trade in Central Kalimantan. Its vast forested areas are also important for regional biodiversity and conservation.
Easy to mix up
Do not confuse it with Pontianak, which is the capital of the neighbouring West Kalimantan province.