
The province was formerly part of South Sumatra, but became a separate province in 2000. In 2004 its population was 1,012,655. The capital is Kota Pangkal Pinang.
These islands are the largest producer of tin in Indonesia. They also produce white pepper. Many people call this island with Tin Paradise.

Bangka Belitung has many beaches and smaller islands which have attracted tourists from around the world. The most well known beaches are Matras, Parai, Tanjung Pesona, Batu Bedaun, Remodong, Pasir Padi, Tanjung Kelian, Rebo, and Telok Uber Beach.
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