Museum Balanga is a cultural and historical tourist destination perfect for learning more about the culture and heritage of the Dayak people, rich in traditions and uniqueness. The name "Balanga" is derived from the name of a traditional Dayak jar, which holds deep historical and symbolic value.
Address
Jl. Cilik Riwut Km 2.5, Palangka Raya City, Central Kalimantan. Its strategic location makes it easy for visitors to access the museum, whether from the city center or the airport.
How to Get There
- By Air: Tjilik Riwut Airport is the main gateway to Palangka Raya City. From the airport, Museum Balanga is about 10-15 minutes away by taxi or online transportation.
- By Land: Within the city, you can use public transportation such as city minibusses or online motorbike taxis. For visitors coming from outside the city, a road trip to Palangka Raya via provincial routes can be an exciting journey, offering breathtaking views of Kalimantan's nature.
Collections
The museum houses a variety of collections that reflect the cultural diversity of the Dayak people. Some of the highlight collections include:
- Antique jars (balanga) with significant historical value.
- Traditional weapons such as mandau and shields, including 1,000 weapons used during the ethnic conflict in Sampit in 2001.
- Traditional Dayak clothing, complete with accessories.
- Miniatures of Betang traditional houses.
- Artifacts and tools for religious rituals.
- Photo and video documentation of Dayak community life.
Facilities
Museum Balanga is equipped with facilities such as spacious parking areas, comfortable exhibition halls, a souvenir shop selling various Dayak handicrafts, a prayer room, and food stalls. Tour guides are also available to provide detailed explanations of the collections.
Ticket Prices
Adults: Rp10,000 per person
Children: Rp5,000 per person
International tourists: Rp25,000 per person
Operating Hours
Open: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Closed: Saturday/Sunday/National holidays
Further Information
Website: pariwisata.kalteng.go.id
Instagram: @museumbalanga
