Get to know Indonesia

  TOURISM Palembang in South Sumatra has several forms. Apart from Ampera Bridge and Kuntongsa Fort, there is also a typical tourist icon of Pempek city that is very crowded with tourists, namely Rumah Limas. Rumah Lima is one of the traditional traditional houses that you can find there. This traditional house on Jalan Demang Lebar Daun is 25 years old and owned by a figure in South Sumatra to be inherited. The entire building is made of Unglen and Tembesu wood, while the roof resembles a pyramid. This house is shaped like a platform because part of the Palembang area is made up of swamps and rivers to prevent air from entering the house. The lime house building is multi-level, plus visitors can wear traditional Palembang clothes to take pictures as Palembang bachelors and girls in this lime house which is located on the second floor of the lime house. "We also give the name of a typical Palembang photo. So if you go to Palembang, there are souvenirs that can be taken to each re...

  The afternoon is probably the best time to visit the Ampera Bridge. Some of these activities are popular with the public and tourists who visit Ampera at sunset. For this reason, the Ampera Bridge is very suitable as a tourist attraction on your trip. Enjoying the sunset Who says that the sunset can only be enjoyed on the beach? Around the Ampera Bridge you can see little by little people approaching and approaching the bridge in the afternoon. Yes, you are in the right place, because the Ampera Bridge offers a fascinating view at sunset. The enchantment of the purple sunset on the western horizon as the bright light dims and is replaced by the lights of the Ampera Bridge becomes a dazzling moment for every beholding eye. This beautiful moment creates a sensation for everyone who sees it. Whether alone, together or with the family, this moment brings a warmth that surpasses the cold wind blowing over the Mus River. Photo hunting The beauty and charm of Ampera Bridge that amazes a...

  Gagoan Peak is one of the natural tourist attractions in Solok, West Sumatra with beautiful views hidden behind the green and challenging Bukit Barisan Mountains. Gagoan Peak is one of the natural tourist attractions in Solok, West Sumatra with beautiful views hidden behind the green of the Bukit Barisan Mountains which are challenging to explore. For those of you who are used to traveling, of course you know that the West Sumatra province has many tourist attractions that are worth visiting. One of the tourist attractions in West Sumatra province is Puncak Gagoan Solok. This tourist spot is very popular and viral in 2015 due to its natural beauty. From a fairly steep peak you can enjoy the beauty of nature. This tourist facility is one of the tourist hunting spots in West Sumatra province. You will probably see many photos on social media showing the natural beauty of Gagoan Peak. If you look directly at this place and get closer, you will see a much more beautiful natural lands...

  Pasumpahan Island is an exotic island with friendly waves, it has hills with every view, you can even see other islands like thunder birds flying from a height. If you have ever seen the movie Jurassic Park, there is a final scene where a giant bird or thunder bird flies over the sea passing beautiful islands. Perhaps because I couldn't concentrate, I was more interested in the stunning scenery of the island than the monstrous bird. I finally started to figure out where the island was and it turned out that it was filmed on the islands of Hawaii, on Oahu and Kauai to be precise. For a moment, my thoughts began to unsettle me, why isn't Steven Spielberg, as the film's director, filming in Indonesia? Indonesia has a maritime charm that is no less beautiful than Hawaii. Ah, maybe it's because Steven doesn't know yet, because our maritime tourism ad layer hasn't "turned off" yet. In the city of Padang, West Sumatra province, the scenery is no less beaut...

  NUR ZIKRILLAH Mosque is a religious tourist spot often referred to as a miniature city of Mecca. This location is located in Lubuk Minturun, Padang City. This area was formerly known as an agrotourism area with beautiful views of the hills and became a natural bathing tourist attraction. But now it has its own interesting religious place to visit. When you are in this place, you will be met with a view like in the land of Mecca. Because this mosque building looks like a place of worship for Muslims in Saudi Arabia. At the entrance gate there is a monument of Al-Qur'an as at the entrance to Mecca, but here it is smaller. Inside the mosque building is a miniature of the Kaaba, a black cloth covering ordered directly from Mecca. Visitors will be surprised to see various other places such as Mina Tunnel, Marwa Hill and Syafa etc. In the middle of this tourist area there is a bridge with 3 monuments to throw Jamarah. At the beginning of the inauguration of this mosque in 2001 there we...

  Padang city has many beautiful tourist attractions. One of the most famous tourist attractions is the Siti Nurbaya bridge area. Like the Ampera Bridge, which is an icon and pride of the Palembang people, the city of Padang seems to have a no less interesting icon. Yes, the name of the icon of the city of Padang is the Siti Nurbaya Bridge. According to reliable sources, the Siti-Nurbaya Bridge was built in 1995 and it was completed and inaugurated in 2002. The bridge that crosses a river called Batang Arau is 156 meters long. This bridge connects the Old City of Padang with a place called Siti Nurbaya Park on Mount Padang. Why is it called Siti Nurbaya Bridge? You may be wondering why Padang's bridges and parks are called "Siti Nurbaya". West Sumatra has many legends and folklore. One of the most phenomenal sagas is Marah Rusli's novel Siti Nurbaya. This is one of Balai Pustaka's letters. It is said that on top of Mount Padang there is a tomb which people believe...

  Padang Beach is one of the many beaches in Padang, West Sumatra. Initially, this beach was less attractive to tourists because it was less attractive. Padang Beach is indeed a tourist destination to be proud of, especially now that it is very organized and orderly, including local merchants. The beach is always a comfort when you have a lot on your mind, especially when the views are great! Some Padang beach tours also offer stunning panoramas that will refresh and heal you. For those of you who want a beach holiday in Padang, many visitors come to enjoy the beach which is relatively calm, even the waves are quite strong at certain times and are often used for surfing. Because now Padang beach comes with a new face, making it a tourist destination in Padang. This causes many inns or hotels to be located very close to Padang Beach, including: 360 Homestay, Bug Seed so Cuuss Yani Homestay, Hangtuah Hotel, Batang Arau Homestay and many others. All existing inns or hotels have afford...

  The nature tourist destination of Kapalo Banda or what is often called Wakanda is one of the most visited nature tourist destinations in the Fifty Cities. Kapalo Banda Tourism is located in Jorong Tanjuang Ateh, Nagari Taram, Harau District, Fifty Towns District, West Sumatra. This resort property in Kapalo Banda is located about nine kilometers from the capital of the district of Fifty Cities or about eight kilometers from the city of Payakumbuh. Surprisingly, this Kapalo Banda Tour is professionally managed by featuring various types of sightseeing tours as well as good facilities and infrastructure to support the comfort and safety of the visitors. This Kapalo Banda tour not only uses Wakanda as the name of the place, but actually preserves its natural beauty. There are hills, rivers and trees that make the environment look more pleasant and fresh. In this place you will find baths for adults and children, rides on bamboo rafts to cross the river while taking pictures, go thr...

  The Indonesian region is famous for its agrarian life and has given rise to many traditions and cultures related to agriculture. Many Indonesian cultural traditions are closely related to the rice harvest season, from the sacred rice harvesting ceremony to the entertainment. One of them is the Pacu Jawi tradition in West Sumatra (West Sumatra). Pacu Jawi is a cow racing tradition in Tanah Datar district and Payakumbuh town in West Sumatra. This tradition has long continued as a celebration and entertainment for the postharvest community. Turkish friends will definitely feel the excitement of this unique tradition! It occurred alternately in the Tanah Datar villages. Every two months and each service consists of four events that take place on a Wednesday or a Saturday. The place is located in a paddy field area where the harvest season has ended. Although the name is Pacu Jawi or cow racing, this activity is not really just any cow sprint. But the most important thing is to see th...

  Payakumbuh town is blessed with beautiful and enchanting panoramas. Surrounded by many highlands of Bukit Barisan and the scenic beauty of Mount Marapi, Mount Sago and Mount Singgalang peaks. Payakumbuh is also a crossroads between the two provinces of West Sumatra and Riau. In the border area between provinces, there are very unique tourist objects that are fun to explore. That is, the rest area that connects the rest area with the tourist attractions. His name is Ngalau Indah. The name Ngalau Indah comes from the Minang language. Ngalau means cave. Ngalau Indah is a very beautiful cave. Well, at this resting place there is a cave hundreds of meters long that winds around the waist of the rocky hill that surrounds Payakumbuh. That is why this cave is often referred to as Long Cave. This cave was naturally formed thousands of years ago. Ever since it was discovered by the Dutch colonial government, Ngalau Indah has always been the center of attention for tourists. This tourist at...

  Lubuak Bulan Waterfall is located in Jorong Koto Tinggi, Kubang Balambak, Kanagarian Simpang Kapuak, Mungka. Or, in general, it is located in remote areas of the Fifty Cities District, West Sumatra. The distance from the center of Padang is quite long, the journey takes about 4 hours. Combined with a sightseeing walk from the post office to the waterfall location. The extreme terrain does not stop the adventurous from visiting the Lubuak Bulan waterfall. Passing the 17 km route, with roads going up and down, the body is really tired. However, the sight of the Lubuak Bulan waterfall managed to drive away the fatigue on the way. If you want to visit the Lubuak Bulan waterfall, we recommend that you stay at a nearby inn. Usually the city of Payakumbuh is the first choice. To go to Lubuak Bulan waterfall from Payakumbuh town, choose the direction of Simpang Kapuak and then take a local moto taxi to Jorong Koto Tinggi Kubang, Balambak Village. From the post office, a traveler has to w...

  Padang Pariaman Oyster Beach is a tourist destination in West Sumatra, famous for its beautiful natural scenery and culinary delights. This tourist spot is usually crowded with tourists during the holiday season, especially during special events. Which? Oyster Beach not only favors the beauty of its natural attractions. Visiting tourists can also eat a variety of specialty dishes at the food festival held there. Oyster Beach has an area of ​​no less than 10.5 hectares with a very strategic location and is very easy to visit for domestic and foreign tourists. As explained above, Oyster Beach favors 2 aspects of tourism. The first is nature tourism and the second is culinary tourism. Therefore, visiting tourists can experience an unforgettable vacation while spending some time here. The condition and environment of Oyster Beach can still be called beautiful because this tourist spot in West Sumatra was only opened in 2007. Meanwhile, the development of the tourist attractions in 2...

  On the north side of this beach, we can see the foothills of Mt. Padang from afar. Also, there are two small islands, namely Pulau Pisang Kecil (Pisang Ketek) and Pisang Besar (Pisang Gadang), which are not far from this beach. Apart from the natural scenery and the waves, this beach cannot be separated from the legend of Malin Kundang. The legend of Malin Kundang is undoubtedly one of the recognized folklore of West Sumatra. In fact, its popularity has spread so much in various parts of Indonesia that it appears on the big screen in several different versions. This wise story is often told as a parable about the importance of being devoted to your parents. This legend tells how a father's anger can bring disaster to a rebellious son. As the successful traveler explained, Malin Kundang returned to his village after years of wandering. He returned with his wife and a large ship and his servants. It is said that when he arrived in Malin's hometown, he was reluctant to admit th...

  This time we explored one of the waterfall tours in Padang Pariaman Regency, more precisely the Batu Garbagek waterfall tour in Sungai Geringging sub-district. Arriving at Sungai Geringging district, we have to go to Korong Ladang Rimbo Nagari Sungai Sirah. while heading to Batu Garbage Waterfall with a relatively uphill road, and there is also an open road to shorten the distance to Batu Garbage Waterfall. Exotic natural scenes with very beautiful nature will spoil our eyes when we head to the waterfall. Batu Basurek waterfall consists of three levels, each level has its own uniqueness. Getting to the third level is a struggle because the terrain is more difficult and you have to deviate from the paths. The growing information shows that the Batu Basurek waterfall has a secret, which is why the locals call it Batu Bersurek. This mystery is said to have something to do with Bujang Sembilan's arrival at the waterfall, leaving a message written on a rock. The legend of Bujang Sembi...

  Indonesia is rich in marine tourism, including West Sumatra in general and the city of Pariaman in particular. The form of marine tourism is like visiting small islands in our area. Next, we discuss the language of one of the islands in the city of Pariaman that is interesting to explore, namely Kasiak Island. Administratively, this island is included in the territory of the North Pariaman Regency, Pariaman City, West Sumatra Province, Indonesia. The word associated with this island, Kasiak, comes from the Minang language which means sand. Kasiak Island has white sand, clear sea water and calm environment which makes visitors to Kasiak Island feel comfortable and calm because this island is not as busy as Angso Duo Island which is specifically designed for tourism. The topography of this island is relatively flat with white sand beaches. This island is covered in various trees ranging from coconut palms, sea hibiscus to mangroves. The swell in the water is quite calm, so tourists...

  Mount Singgalang itself offers three climbing routes, namely Toboh, Balingka and Koto Baru. Also, this last route is preferred by climbers because the instructions are very clear. For those who like to climb mountains, climbing the highest peak in West Sumatra can be an alternative to fill your vacation. In addition, this area has a series of mountains that offer exotic views. Call it Mount Singgalang, which is located in Agam Regency. This dormant volcano rises 2,887 meters above sea level and has a lake on top that is an old crater. Although the climbing terrain is difficult, the existence of this lake is considered sufficient to alleviate the fatigue of climbers to reach it. Also, the view from the top of the mountain is so captivating. Mount Singgalang itself offers three climbing routes, namely Toboh, Balingka and Koto Baru. Especially the last route that climbers like because the instructions are very clear. To reach it, you can drive about 18 km to the starting point. Thi...

  There are several caves in this halal tourist attraction, one of which is considered the most beautiful in Southeast Asia. It was mentioned in 1995 by L. deharven A. Bedos, a French speleologist. This cave is known as Ngalau Pangian. Ngalau means Goa, while Pangian is the name of Nagari in Lintau. Since it was discovered and introduced to the world, the tourist attractions in the Pangian Ngalau area still look beautiful and natural. The green forest that surrounds the place adds to the coolness when we visit this area. The natural tourism object of Ngalau Pangian has a pleasant natural beauty to rest with family or friends. At Nagari Pangian, you can enjoy various beautiful sights. The gorge at Pangian stretches for about a kilometer into the foothills of the Barisan Mountains. Various types of animals make this Ngalau a place to live, especially birds or birds. One of the interesting things about Pangian Gorge is that the water flows upstream and downstream. This tourist attract...

  Istano Basa Pagaruyung was once the residence of King Alam and also the center of government for the Confederation system, led by a triumvirate (three tribal chiefs) nicknamed "Rajo Tigo Selo". This system of leadership made Raja Alam the leader of the kingdom assisted by two of his representatives, namely the native king who was based at Buo and the Raja Ibadat who was based at Sumpur Kudus. These two representatives regulate various matters related to morality and religion. However, when a problem is not resolved, Raja Pagaruyung (Raja Alam) steps in to resolve it. The original palace building was originally located on Broken Stone Hill. After the events of 1804, the palace was rebuilt but burned down in 1966. On December 27, 1976, rebuilding efforts were underway again when the then Governor of West Sumatra, Harun Zain, marked the removal of Tuo Stump ( main pillar). The palace was rebuilt in its new location on the south side of the original building in its current loca...