Palembang traditional house tour from Indonesia which is so unique and interesting,

 

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 region, that is, we can take pictures in typical Palembang clothes."

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Tour of the Ampera Bridge, an icon symbol of the city of Palembang, Indonesia

 

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 all eyes is the main reason why Ampera Bridge is very suitable as a popular place for photo hunting.

Of course, if you are a photography buff, don't miss the sunset over the bridge here. The light reflected on the surface of the Musi River is a shame to pass it by. The combination of light, gloomy night atmosphere and the wind blowing through the hair creates a special atmosphere for photography fans. Culinary Tour Hunting for photos amid the river breeze makes the stomach secretly hungry. But you don't have to worry about finding a place to fill your stomach because there are several restaurants on Ampera Bridge. One of the favorites in this place is the floating restaurant. Dinner at the floating restaurant allows you to fill your stomach while enjoying the beauty of the Ampera Bridge non-stop. Satisfied with filling the stomach, there is a souvenir market not far from the Ampera Bridge. At this market, you can buy unique souvenirs that are iconic souvenirs from the city of Palembang.

Don't forget to buy Songke, the best selling fabric here. The quality also varies with the different prices.

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the charm of Gagoan Peak which is located in Solo, West Sumatra, Indonesia.

 

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 landscape than you can imagine. 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 landscape than you can imagine. Flanked by Two Hills Gagoan Peak is a peak flanked by two large hills and is also bordered by a river whose waters are very clear. The natural beauty that it presents is very exotic, which makes it even more famous. In addition, reaching this place is also very easy. There are many privileges that you can obtain if you decide to visit Gagoan Peak.

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Perumpahan Island, an exotic island located in West Sumatra, Indonesia

 

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 beautiful than the film's setting, the islands are close together and each one has a different quality of beauty.

One of them is Pasumpahan Island or Pasumpahan Beach. Pasumpahan Island is an exotic island with gentle waves, hills offering all the views, and even other islands like lightning birds flying overhead.

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MINIATURE OF THE MAKKAH IN THE CITY OF PADANG INDONESIA,

 

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 were also several camels here, but due to the cool climate unlike the desert, the two camels died.

Although privately owned, this site is open to the public because it is used for pilgrimage rituals. Only the price of 5000 IDR makes us feel like we are in the city of Mecca. This place is open every day and during Eid festivities it is always full of visitors coming from both inside and outside of Padang city.

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siti nurbaya bridge, the icon symbol of the indonesian city of padang

 

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 to be the tomb of Siti Nurbaya. There we find many visiting tourists. And that is why the place was later called Taman Siti Nurbaya. Siti Nurbaya Bridge is one of the most popular places for tourists, especially young people. From the bridge, tourists can watch the sunset, enjoy views of Padang Old Town, and indulge in a variety of culinary delights in the evening.

In the evening, the Siti Nurbaya Bridge often has vendors selling various snacks such as roasted corn, grilled bread, grilled bananas, satay padang, and various kinds of drinks for tourists to enjoy at affordable prices.

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the charm of the Indonesian desert beach

 

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 affordable prices starting at IDR 100,000 per night.

Padang Beach Opening Hours Padang Beach opening hours are always open, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.

The atmosphere at night will feel very different.

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Nature tourism destinations in Kapalo, Banda, Payakumbuh, Indonesia

 

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 through the pine forest, enjoy the Sarosah Tujuah Tingkek waterfall, and there is a campsite and the most beautiful peak, Wakanda Peak. . So for those visiting Wakanda, there are various tour packages that you can enjoy. Group tour first, this package provides entrance fees, bamboo raft rides, pine forest exploration, visits to Lubuak Sarimun, Buayan Tapian Puti, as well as lunch, bottled water, unforgettable photos (no old memories huh) and items.

This group tour package costs IDR 200,000 for five people in a group for a day visit. Second, a camping package that includes a camp, land above the clouds, pine forest exploration, bamboo rafts, Compo Simpang Duo pool with power, dinner, breakfast, lunch, guide, photos and unforgettable items, the price is IDR 500,000 for 5 people for a duration of two days.

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Cattle racing tradition on flat ground in Payakumbuh, West Sumatra, Indonesia

 

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 the ability of the jockey to control the cow so that it walks in a certain straight line. According to the traditions that exist in the local community, this tradition is also a teaching and has a high philosophical meaning. Meanwhile, the ability to walk straight in this type of cow teaches us that the most valuable thing is the ability to stay on the straight and narrow path. A very noble teaching for tourism lovers to apply in everyday life.

Alek Pacu Jawi Folk Festival The Pacu Jawi tradition in the Kingdom of Minang is often very lively. Especially with the excitement of a village festival called Alek Pacu Jawi. At village festivals, the cows wear the suntiang, a Minangkabau headdress. Then there are the traditional art games and a host of other exciting events.

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tour of the beautiful canyon in Payakumbuh, Indonesia

 

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 attraction is still known as beautiful and natural because of the green forest that surrounds it. These forests add to the freshness when you visit Ngalau Indah. The beauty of Ngalau Indah consists of stalactites that hang tens of meters above the head. There are also stalagmites that seem to grow from the bottom of the cave, adding to the charm of Ngalau Indah. The access road to the cave has been repaired with a concrete path. The existence of a bridge that crosses several gorges in the cave provides a beautiful and enchanting natural landscape. Ngalau cave has several cave mouths that are used to enter and exit. The Ngalau cave is located at an altitude of 640 meters above sea level. There are several unique and distinctive parts to this cave. Like the gong stone, the hollow stone is shaped like a hollow cone or looks like a bell.

The gong stone is just to the left of the entrance. Due to its unique shape, this gong stone reflects quite a loud sound. In addition to the gong stone, there are two adjacent rocks that resemble an elephant and a mushroom. There are other models in the form of people, mosquito nets, umbrellas, etc.

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Enchantment of Lubuak Bulan waterfall, Indonesia tourism

 

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 walk 17 km to reach the waterfall.

Therefore, tourists are not allowed to swim and enter the pool under this waterfall. Fear of drowning because you don't know the reason. Once here, there is a small cave that is used to rest. It is not uncommon for many tourists to decide to set up tents and spend the night here. The entrance to the Lubuak Bulan waterfall is free. Tourists only need to pay a local guide fee to accompany them throughout the trip. The costs depend on negotiations with the tour guides. When you visit, don't forget to physically prepare and supplies properly prepared. When we visit Lubuak Bulan Waterfall, we will feel a sensation like in the movie "Journey to the Center of the Earth".

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between the charm and culinary delights of Indonesia's Pariaman oyster beach

 

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 2014 was handled by the local government. In fact, at a glance, Oyster Beach does not seem as grand and luxurious as Kuta Beach or other popular beaches. However, this is a special attraction because the condition of Padang Pariaman Oyster Beach is very good. Then for sightseeing activities, tourists can enjoy the beauty of the beach, explore the mangrove forest, take a walk in the Muara Hitam swamp,

visit the tombs of religious leaders and indulge in the special culinary delights that are served. serving.

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indonesian tour the legend of malin kundang stone that turned into rock

 

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 that his birth mother was poor, and even cursed and kicked her out. Due to a broken heart, the mother cast a curse and turned Malin to stone. At the southern end of this beach we see a rock that looks like a kneeling person. The stone is believed to be Malin Kundang, which was turned into watercolor and turned into stone.

Around it we can also find stones that resemble the ruins of the ship walls that people believe are part of the Malin shipwreck. There are also wooden pulleys and barrels that look highly detailed like ropes and wooden barrels turned to stone.

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the charm and the other side of the stone waterfall of Basurek, indonesian tourism

 

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 Sembilan is said to be related to the story of the formation of Lake Maninjau in Agam Regency near the Batu Bersurek waterfall. But we can't see the Bersurek stone. Those who can see it are missing people in the area lost in the Bunian escape. After it was found a few days later, it was this man who told me that he had seen the Bersurek rock.

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the charm of kasiak island, pariaman city, indonesia

 

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 can safely snorkel and dive. Many also come specifically to fish due to the many preserved marine habitats here. Yes, Kasiak Island is also home to leatherback and hawksbill turtles. Because this is where the turtle crossing is even one of the places where turtles lay their eggs. Therefore, this island is also known as Conservation Island to preserve its beauty. For snorkeling and diving, this island will delight our eyes because we will see the underwater world that still preserves its authenticity, with different types of coral reefs, different fish and sometimes we can find turtles on this island of Kasiak. on Kasiak Island, visited by National Geographic. If you are coming from Padang city, you can start your journey from Simpang Haru Station, Basko Station or Tabing Station.

From the station, enjoy a 1 hour 30 minute train ride to Pariaman Station, which is located in the tourist area of ​​Gondoriah Beach, not far from the station. So from Gondoriah beach this is the crossing gate to Kasiak Island. There you can look for means of transport to help you cross.

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the beauty of mount singalang which has a telaga dewi, a high hill

 

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. This starting point is called Menara RCTI/TVRI by the locals. If you use a vehicle, the drive from Pasar Koto Baru takes about half an hour through small, uphill and winding roads. Before reaching the starting point of the track, you will find a post to inform you of the climb to Mount Singgalang. Here you need to pay an entrance ticket of IDR 10,000 and a vehicle parking and storage ticket of IDR 20,000. Telaga Dewi is one of the most anticipated stops. Here climbers usually rest looking at the lake, or even camp on the shore.

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The most beautiful caves in Southeast Asia, part of the plains of West Sumatra, Indonesia

 

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 attraction is also booming and is full of tourists. This cannot be separated from the efforts of the Nagari Pokdarwis government and the local community, as well as Instagram social media users to share photos in the media. The location of this tourist attraction allows tourists to enjoy the beauty of nature with various selfie spots such as: If you have a family and bring children, parents can watch the children bathing in the river while relaxing on the cabins provided. From the mouth of the cave you can see a stream with very clean and fresh water. You can also swim here because there is a mini waterfall near the cave. When you enter the cave, you will see a beautiful view of the amazing decoration of the cave with stalactites, stalagmites, columns and others. And even deeper, a traveler will find hot springs that can be used as baths.

Very interesting, right? There is a hot spring in the cave, this warm water comes from a thousand mountain springs. Apart from that, there are still other Ngalau or Goa that have kept their authenticity. In other Ngalau there are many watched swift nests, which are not recommended to enter because they would disturb the animal's habitat.

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Indonesian tourism, Pagaruyung Basa Palace, Batusangkar

 

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 location. On February 27, 2007, the palace caught fire again due to a lightning strike. The reconstruction took place between 2008 and 2012 and cost more than 20 billion rupees. The original architecture has been preserved, although most of the precious remains of the interior have been destroyed and only 15 percent remains. HOW TO GET THERE The distance from Istano Basa Pagaruyung to Padang, the capital of West Sumatra,

is about 110 km, while from the center of Batusangkar sub-district the distance is about 5 km. If you travel via Bukittinggi via Baso, the distance is about 45 km from Payakumbuh. It is about 40 km, from Solok 55 km.

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