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The Barito River is a river of South Kalimantan on the Indonesian part of Borneo. It flows south through a broad lowland basin, passes near Banjarmasin, and reaches the Java Sea. Its lower course is connected with tidal waterways and tropical peat-swamp landscapes, while the river also supports transport and settlements in the province.
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Where is the Barito River located?
The Barito is a river in South Kalimantan on the Indonesian part of Borneo. It flows south through a broad lowland basin before reaching the Java Sea.
Which city is associated with the Barito River?
The river passes near Banjarmasin, an important city in South Kalimantan. Its lower course is connected with tidal waterways around the city and surrounding lowlands.
Where does the Barito River end?
The Barito reaches the Java Sea after flowing south across Borneo's lowland basin. Its lower river environment is shaped by tides as it approaches the coast.
What landscapes are found along the lower Barito?
The lower course is connected with tropical peat-swamp landscapes and tidal waterways. Those conditions make the Barito more than a simple inland channel, because tides influence its coastal reach.
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