West Sumatra (Indonesian: Sumatera Barat, abbreviated to Sumbar) is a province of Indonesia. It lies on the west coast of the island Sumatra, and borders the provinces of North Sumatra (Sumatera Utara) to the north, Riau and Jambi to the east, and Bengkulu to the southeast. It includes the Mentawai Islands off the coast. The capital of the province is Padang.
The history of West Sumatra is closely related to the history of the Minangkabau people. Archaeological evidence indicates that the area surrounding the Limapuluh Koto regency forms the first area inhabited by the Minangkabau. The Minangkabau ancestors were believed to have arrived on this route.
Senin, 30 Maret 2009
Carlos Beach, Padang-West Sumatera, Indonesia
Carlos beach is a beach at Padang Old City. On the way to Carlos you really enjoy the atmosphere where could see the blue of the sea and the green of paddy field. you can spent quite some times there enjoying a fresh coconut and hospitable chat with local people.
Some believe that Padang food is very spicy but do not worry because you may find various kinds of food, from local to international. Padang food is quite hot.
Sabtu, 28 Maret 2009
Mikie Holiday Hotel & Resort, Brastagi - Indonesia
Mikie Holiday Hotel Discover new experiences in a hotel, resort, and theme park with a touch of nature and fresh mountain breeze. Take on a journey along the breathtaking sceneries to reach the pleasant destination. Only Mikie Holiday can offer you a place with complete facilities, continuously improved services, wide varieties of food and beverages, and the modern design of every room that is always well-maintained. Mikie Holiday also offers a theme park for the whole family to enjoy. You can increase your stamina in the hot water pool, jump on the trampoline, or test your balance on the Gladiator.
Bangka Island + Paray Resort, Indonesia
Bangka Island is one of the island belong to Bangka-Belitung Province. The name Bangka is derived from the word ''Wangka'' which means ''tin''. This word was also written in Sriwijaya inscription dated 686 AD and discovered near Kota Kapur in West Bangka. Bangka lies east of Sumatra. Pangkal Pinang is the largest town and the capital of Bangka Belitung, and Sungailiat is the second large city in Bangka Island. One village, called Kampung Kim Hin, lies to the south of Sungailiat, this village is known for a type of alcohol called arak, which is produced from fermented rice. While, Muntok is the principal port.
From Jakarta it is one hour by plane. It has beautiful beaches. Boat service from Palembang to Muntok or Pangkal Pinang is adequate and should not take more than an overnight voyage.
From Jakarta it is one hour by plane. It has beautiful beaches. Boat service from Palembang to Muntok or Pangkal Pinang is adequate and should not take more than an overnight voyage.
Langganan:
Postingan (Atom)