Balikpapan, Indonesia
28 memories from Balikpapan, Indonesia

In Balikpapan, Indonesia, a close-up, eye-level shot captures a meal laid out on a patterned tablecloth. The scene is dominated by a red plate holding pieces of fried chicken, battered balls, tempeh, and a portion of a roasted chicken. Adjacent to the red plate is an orange bowl filled with a clear liquid and fresh green leaves, likely a side dish or soup. In the background, a piece of brown paper wrapper, stained with dark sauce and holding several skewers of meat, suggests a takeaway or shared meal. The lighting is moderate, highlighting the textures and colors of the food. No individuals are visible in the frame.
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The image displays a television screen showing a broadcast of what appears to be an official ceremony. In the foreground on the screen, a young woman in a white uniform with a black cap is visible. She is wearing a red tie and has a crest on her left shoulder. She is looking to her right. A blue sheet is draped in front of her. Across the bottom of the screen, a banner reads "UPACARA DETIK-DETIK PROKLAMASI RI", which translates to "Ceremony of Proclamation Minutes RI" in Indonesian, suggesting a national event. To the right of the banner, a QR code is displayed, and further to the right, a small inset shows a man in a dark suit. The television screen is displaying a light blue background. The surrounding environment is dark, with wooden furniture visible in the lower part of the image, suggesting the television is in a dimly lit room. The text "RRI" is partially visible in the upper left corner of the screen, indicating the broadcast may be from Radio Republik Indonesia. The scene is consistent with being viewed in Balikpapan, Indonesia, given the Indonesian language text on the screen, which is the national language of Indonesia.
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The image shows a television screen displaying a news broadcast. The broadcast features a woman in a police uniform, saluting. The text on the screen reads "UPACARA DETIK-DETIK PROKLAMASI RI". This translates to "Ceremony of the Moment of Proclamation of the Republic of Indonesia," referring to Indonesia's Independence Day. The broadcast is from RCTI 37 HD, an Indonesian television channel. The television is placed on a wooden cabinet, and a white Honda helmet is visible in the foreground. The background suggests an indoor setting with wooden furniture and some decorative items on a shelf above the television. There is no visible indication of the city of Balikpapan, Indonesia, in the image.
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An orange tabby cat is sitting on a concrete pathway next to a large snake plant. The pathway is bordered by a textured concrete wall. Sunlight casts shadows from an unseen structure onto the wall and pathway, creating a dappled effect. The scene appears to be outdoors in a residential or public space. The image was captured in Balikpapan, Indonesia.
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The image shows a street scene in Balikpapan, Indonesia, dominated by an overhead electrical utility pole and complex network of wires. The pole is situated on the right side of the street, with a transformer visible. Several buildings line the street, appearing to be a mix of residential and commercial structures, some with corrugated metal roofs. Small Indonesian flags, red and white, are displayed in front of some of the buildings. The street itself is asphalt and shows signs of wear and tear, with cracks and uneven surfaces. There are a few parked vehicles visible, including a white pickup truck on the right side of the frame and a dark-colored car further down the street. The sky is partly cloudy with a bright, diffused light, suggesting daytime. Trees and foliage are visible on the left and right edges of the frame. The overall impression is of a typical urban street in Indonesia, with infrastructure and daily life elements captured in the photograph.
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A boy in a red and white uniform lies on his stomach on the asphalt road in front of a concrete wall and a wooden fence. He is near some dried vegetation and sticks. His legs are extended straight out behind him and he is looking down. Another boy in a similar uniform stands behind him, facing away from the camera, and appears to be looking at the dried vegetation. To the left, further down the road, a third boy in a red and white uniform is bent over and looking towards the ground. Red and white flags are visible in the background. The scene appears to be a street in Balikpapan, Indonesia, possibly near a school or residential area, given the uniforms and the architecture of the buildings.
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The image shows a residential street in Balikpapan, Indonesia, decorated with numerous red and white flags, commonly seen during national celebrations like Independence Day. The street is paved and slopes slightly uphill. On the left side of the street, a black car is parked, partially visible. Further down the street, several people are gathered, some in red and white uniforms, possibly students. There are also several motorcycles parked along the street. Buildings line both sides of the street, with some featuring red tile roofs. Overhead, electrical wires are strung between poles, common in urban areas. The sky is blue with some clouds.
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The image depicts a street scene in Balikpapan, Indonesia, on a sunny day with a partly cloudy sky. The street is paved with asphalt and has a concrete gutter on the left side. Several residential buildings line the street, some with tiled roofs and others with corrugated metal roofs. Decorative flags, predominantly red and white, are hung along the street and on poles, suggesting a festive or patriotic occasion. A yellow car is parked on the right side of the street, with its license plate visible as "KT 1731 ZG". Several other cars are parked further down the street. A motorcycle is also visible. A palm tree with coconuts stands near the left side of the street. The environment appears to be a residential neighborhood with overhead electrical wires crisscrossing the sky. The overall impression is that of a typical Indonesian street with elements of local culture and daily life.
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Two cats are in an outdoor urban environment. In the foreground, a calico cat stands on a concrete surface, facing the camera. Its fur is a mix of brown, black, and white. To the right and slightly behind it, an orange tabby cat lies down on the same concrete surface, also facing the camera. The background consists of a textured, grey concrete wall with patches of lighter grey and dark grey, indicating wear and possibly moss or mildew. A narrow strip of lighter grey concrete runs horizontally along the base of the wall, and small green plants and scattered dry leaves are visible on the ground. The scene appears to be a side street or alleyway in Balikpapan, Indonesia, given the style of the concrete wall and the presence of stray cats, common in tropical urban settings. The lighting suggests it is daytime.
BalikpapanThe video shows a group of people inside a brightly lit room with a carpeted floor and a white ceiling with numerous recessed lights. The walls are white. In the background, there is a large projection screen displaying an image, and behind it, white curtains. A low, brown sofa is visible in front of the screen, with people seated and standing around it. The room appears to be set up for an event, possibly a celebration or gathering. In the foreground and midground, various individuals are moving around. Several children are present, some wearing light blue shirts. An adult female in a dark red dress is visible on the left side of the frame, appearing to be in motion. Another adult female, wearing a light pink shirt and a mask, walks towards the camera with a young girl in a yellow shirt beside her. Further back, a man in a dark blue shirt and a man in a patterned maroon shirt are standing. Other people are scattered throughout the space, some conversing and others observing. The camera appears to be handheld and pans slightly, resulting in some motion blur, particularly when individuals move quickly or when the camera shifts focus. The audio consists of muffled speech and ambient noise, consistent with a lively indoor event. The overall impression is one of a casual and active gathering.
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The image shows a view of a residential area in Balikpapan, Indonesia, with a hillside covered in lush green trees in the background. In the foreground, a white helmet and a part of a motorcycle are visible, suggesting the perspective is from a parked vehicle. A white building with a prominent roofline and decorative vents is on the right side of the frame. The sky is clear blue with some scattered clouds. The overall scene depicts a sunny day in a tropical urban environment. The timestamp "16/08/2026 09:00" is visible in the lower right corner, and "REDMI NOTE 13" is in the lower left.
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A person is sweeping the ground in front of a weathered, green wooden building with a corrugated metal roof. The building appears to be a residential structure, possibly in a rural or semi-urban area. A wooden fence runs along the side of the property, and a motorcycle is parked near the entrance. Lush green foliage from trees overhangs the scene, obscuring some of the background buildings. The ground is paved with concrete, and there are scattered leaves and debris. The image is timestamped 16/08/2026 07:13. The scene is consistent with a residential area in Balikpapan, Indonesia, characterized by tropical vegetation and simple architecture.
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The image depicts an outdoor urban scene in Balikpapan, Indonesia, characterized by a mix of residential structures and overhead electrical infrastructure. In the foreground, a weathered concrete wall with a rough, textured surface occupies the left side. To the right of this wall, a large, lush green tree with some reddish-pink flowers is prominent. In the background, several residential buildings with reddish-brown tiled roofs are visible, interspersed with more trees and vegetation. Overhead, multiple black electrical wires crisscross the sky, supported by a wooden utility pole with insulators. The sky is partly cloudy, with a pale blue hue. The bottom right corner of the image displays a timestamp: "16/08/2026 07:11", and the bottom left corner shows "REDMI NOTE 13". No people are visible in the image. The overall impression is a typical residential area in Indonesia, with functional elements like power lines integrated into the landscape.
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The image depicts a street scene in Balikpapan, Indonesia, at dusk. The perspective is from a low angle, looking down a multi-lane road. A white car is prominent in the left foreground, appearing to be in motion. Other vehicles, including cars and motorcycles, are visible on the road, some with their headlights illuminated. The road is flanked by a sidewalk and bordered by trees, some of which are large and leafy. In the background, buildings and streetlights are visible. The sky is overcast, suggesting approaching twilight or a cloudy day. The image includes text overlays: "REDMI NOTE 13" in the lower left corner and "15/08/2026 18:20" in the lower right corner, indicating the device used and the date and time of capture. The scene conveys a sense of urban traffic and activity during the evening transition.
BalikpapanThe video shows a street scene with traffic. In the background, a large building with "living Plaza" signage is visible. Several cars and motorcycles are on the road, and some are moving. The lighting suggests it might be dusk or early morning. A black SUV is in the foreground, and a white car is behind it. A red scooter is also visible. The road appears to be asphalt. The overall impression is a busy urban street.
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The image captures a street scene at dusk in Balikpapan, Indonesia. The sky displays a gradient of soft blues and pinks, with scattered clouds. In the distance, a small dark object, possibly an airplane or drone, is visible against the sky. A prominent black rectangular object partially obscures the upper right portion of the frame. In the foreground, several cars are parked, including a silver hatchback on the left and a white minivan in the center, with another vehicle partially visible to its right. The cars suggest a residential or commercial area. A flagpole with a red and white Indonesian flag is positioned behind the silver car, indicating a location within Indonesia. Trees with dark foliage line the background, with a building structure partially visible above them, featuring a tiled roof and some rooftop lighting. A green tent-like structure is also present among the trees. The bottom left corner of the image displays the text "REDMI NOTE 13," indicating the device used for capture. The bottom right corner shows the timestamp "15/08/2026 18:04." The overall atmosphere is calm, with the fading light suggesting the end of the day. There are no visible people or specific interactions captured in the frame, presenting a static view of the urban environment. The lighting conditions are low, typical of twilight, with some artificial lights beginning to illuminate.
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The image is a dark, slightly blurred photograph taken at dusk or night. A faint, reddish-orange glow is visible on the horizon, suggesting either sunset or artificial lighting. Silhouetted against the horizon are indistinct shapes that appear to be trees or low buildings, creating a dark, uneven foreground. Two dark, diagonal lines, likely power lines, are visible in the upper portion of the image. The bottom left corner displays the text "REDMI NOTE 13", and the bottom right corner shows the date "14/08/2026" and time "19:21". The overall impression is that of a dimly lit, urban or semi-urban landscape at twilight. No specific landmarks or details that would pinpoint a location within Balikpapan, Indonesia are discernible.
BalikpapanThe video pans through the interior of a bus. The seats are blue and lined up along the sides. There are metal poles and handrails throughout the bus for passengers to hold onto. In the front section of the bus, a person in a red shirt is visible standing. The bus appears to be in motion, as indicated by the slight shake of the camera and the view through the windows, which shows trees and buildings passing by.
BalikpapanThe video shows the interior of a bus with several passengers. The camera is moving and the scene is slightly blurry. In the foreground, a person wearing a floral shirt and a blue cap is standing and holding onto a handrail. To the left, another person is partially visible, wearing a patterned skirt and a light-colored top, also holding a handrail. Further back, other passengers are visible, some sitting and some standing. One person in the background is wearing a floral dress. A woman in a green headscarf is seated by the window. The bus has blue seats and metal handrails. The floor of the bus is blue. The overall impression is of a crowded public transportation vehicle.
BalikpapanA close-up shot shows a black standing fan with a red center and the brand name "CARSLAN" in white lettering. The fan's blades are blurred due to their rapid rotation, indicating that the fan is on. A digital display on the fan's stand shows "01" in blue light. The fan is positioned in front of a textured, greenish-white wall. A shadow of the fan is cast on the wall. The lighting is somewhat dim, and the video is shaky.
BalikpapanA hand gently brushes against the leaves of a lush green plant. The plant has numerous leaves and some small yellow flowers scattered among them. The background shows a rough, grayish surface, possibly concrete, and some dry grass and rocks. The lighting suggests it is daytime, outdoors.
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The image shows a close-up view of lush green ferns growing near a moss-covered concrete structure. The ferns have finely serrated fronds, indicating a healthy and vibrant plant life. Interspersed with the ferns are small, delicate green plants and patches of dark green moss, suggesting a moist environment. In the foreground, a portion of a pink garden hose with a diamond pattern is visible, lying amongst broken bricks and rocks. This detail suggests an outdoor setting, possibly a garden or a less-maintained area within a yard. The background consists of the textured surface of the concrete, partly covered in moss and small plants, adding to the natural and slightly wild aesthetic. While the image itself does not explicitly contain elements that pinpoint its location to Balikpapan, Indonesia, the presence of such lush ferns and moss, particularly in tropical or subtropical climates, is consistent with the environmental conditions found in coastal cities like Balikpapan. Such vegetation thrives in humid environments with ample rainfall, which is characteristic of Balikpapan's tropical monsoon climate. The scene depicts a common urban or peri-urban green space, where nature intertwines with man-made structures, a sight frequently observed in the diverse landscapes of Indonesian cities.
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A close-up shot captures a patch of vibrant green moss and small-leafed plants growing on a rough, dark-colored surface. The texture of the surface suggests it could be a stone wall or rock face. The foliage is dense in some areas and sparser in others, with some dried, brown plant matter interspersed among the live greenery. The lighting is soft, highlighting the delicate details of the plants. The background is blurred, focusing the viewer's attention entirely on the texture and life on the surface. The image could be from an outdoor environment in Balikpapan, Indonesia, where such natural growth on urban surfaces is common due to the tropical climate.
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The image depicts an outdoor scene with a bright blue sky and scattered white clouds. In the foreground, an orange water tank is visible, situated next to a weathered concrete wall. A white pipe runs horizontally along the wall, showing signs of green algae growth. To the left, the pale yellow exterior of a building is partially seen, with a slanted roof made of corrugated metal. To the right, a white structure with a similar corrugated metal roof juts into the frame. A dark wire stretches horizontally across the sky in the upper portion of the image. The scene appears to be a residential or utility area, likely in a tropical climate given the clear sky and the presence of the water tank. The overall impression is one of an ordinary, functional urban or suburban environment. The specific location in Balikpapan, Indonesia, is not visually identifiable from the image itself, but the elements suggest a setting consistent with many such cities in Indonesia.
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The image depicts a construction site with a cloudy sky and palm trees, suggestive of a tropical climate, likely in Balikpapan, Indonesia. In the foreground, a wall made of concrete blocks is visible, suggesting ongoing construction. Several concrete pillars and metal scaffolding are also present, indicating structural work. Overhead, power lines crisscross the sky, with palm fronds from nearby trees visible against the sky. The sun is partially obscured by clouds and palm leaves, casting a diffused light on the scene. In the background, parts of houses with corrugated metal roofs can be seen amidst lush greenery. The overall scene conveys a sense of development and everyday life in a tropical urban environment.
BalikpapanThe video shows a wide shot of a large body of water under a cloudy sky. A red cargo ship is visible in the distance, moving across the water. Several other dark-colored objects, possibly other ships or structures, are also scattered across the horizon. The water is choppy with visible waves. The sky is partly cloudy with white clouds against a blue background. The camera appears to be panning slightly to the right.
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A cluttered shelf or basket contains various items, including skincare products and a digital clock. The clock displays "45" in large digits and "82.9" in smaller digits above, possibly indicating temperature. Among the skincare products are bottles of "NU SKIN", and a tube of "Bebio Face & Body Baby Serum" containing instructions in Indonesian. The "Bebio" tube references "Bx Amino Acid dan Ceramide", "Oat Extract", "Chamomile Extract", "Niacinamide", and "Lavender Oil". The POM NA number indicates that the "NU SKIN" products are produced in the Gedung City Tower Building, 75 West Condes. This product is manufactured in Indonesia, specifically the city of Balikpapan.
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A cluttered room shows a partially visible whiteboard with writing on it. A fan stands nearby, casting a purple glow. A bedspread featuring Winnie the Pooh characters is prominent in the lower right corner, with a power strip resting on top. The room is dimly lit, and the angle is slightly skewed, adding to the disorganized feeling.
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