West Sumatra
The province of West Sumatra is the birthplace of “Padang” cuisine, which is very popular all across Indonesia. Your Indonesian trip will not be complete without a visit to a Padang-style restaurant, famous for its spiciness and its special serving method.
The majority of West Sumatrans are Minangkabau people, an ethnic group which has lived there for many centuries. A more traditional ethnic group, Mentawai, lives in Mentawai Islands, which are popular with international surfers. Padang, literally translated as Field, is the province’s capital & largest city. To immerse in the Minangkabau culture, be sure to also visit Bukittinggi, located 90 km from Padang.
Major tourist attractions in West Sumatra:
Mentawai Islands
Pagaruyung Palace, Batusangkar
Jam Gadang, a clocktower in Bukittinggi
Lake Maninjau
Lake Singkarak
Gunung Merapi
Air Manih Beach
Gadang Sumber Clock
Maninjau Lake
Traditional Minangkabau House
Traditional Minangkabau House
Ngarai Sianok
West Sumatra
West Sumatra
West Sumatra
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