Holiday Ayo - Tourist attractions in Bangka Belitung Province should be proud of themselves, not only making the local name proud, but being able to make Indonesia proud. Because UNESCO has established 1 more geopark in the world, which is called the Belitung Geopark.

Indeed, Pasir Padi Beach is not part of the Belitung Geopark, but is an illustration of the natural charm in Bangka Belitung.

The location of Pasir Padi Beach, which faces directly into the South China Sea, is the main attraction for tourists. Although, on the other hand, the water of Pasir Padi Beach often has high tides when the day starts in the afternoon.

In fact, in the past few months, there have been floods caused by the overflowing waters of Pasir Padi Beach. Of course it causes damage, even though it's not severe.

source: Tripadvisor

History of Pasir Padi Beach

The history of Pasir Padi Beach refers to the diction "rice" attached to the name of the beach. For most people, it might be confusing, where is the paddy? So, the history of Pasir Padi Beach is closely related to the rice planting program around the coast, during the Dutch East Indies era.

Currently, the area that was once used as a place for rice cultivation is overgrown with coconut trees. However, Pasir Padi Beach has recorded an important history of an effort to build a food security system.

Location and Address of Pasir Padi Beach

Location Pasir Padi Beach is located in the Bangka Islands. The address for Pasir Padi Beach is on Jalan Pantai Pasir Padi, Pangkal Pinang City, Bangka Belitung Province.

source: Pergiyuk!

Route to Pasir Padi Beach

The access road to Pasir Padi Beach is very easy, and can be passed by motorbikes or cars to the parking area of Pasir Padi Beach.

The distance from Pasir Padi Beach from the center of Pangkalpinang City is about 10 kilometers, with a travel time of only 20 minutes. Before arriving at the parking area, visitors' vehicles will pass along the coast of Pasir Padi Beach.

Pasir Padi Beach Entrance Ticket Prices

The entrance ticket to Pasir Padi Beach is IDR 2,000 – IDR 10,000

Pasir Padi Beach opening hours

• The operational hours of Pasir Padi Beach are 24 hours
• Pasir Padi Beach is open daily