Harau Valley
Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world and is a place of rich and diverse culture and natural beauty, much of which is off the main tourist route and therefore managed to retain its original charm. Local people are always quick to offer a friendly smile and show you a warm welcome and friendly, which is an important call when traveling across the country.
This month Mandala Airlines has opened a new sector with direct flights from Jakarta to Padang, capital of West Sumatra, making the region more accessible and providing opportunities for local and international nature lovers to meet and explore the majestic scenery in a little over an hour and a half.
Padang seems to be most famous for its food and is one of the most popular dishes in all of South East Asia and is the cooking of Minangkabau people of West Sumatra. It is usually designated as Masakan Padang and is best known for its rich coconut milk flavors and spicy chili, and most dishes include meat which must follow strict Muslim halal food law. There are also many options available for vegetarians simmered with vegetables in thin curry and a lot of cassava, fresh corn and rice options available and that the courses are not msg, they are incredibly tasty.
One of the first and the most striking features you'll notice upon arrival is the distinct Minang architecture that can be seen scattered in West Sumatra, where the elegantly designed and decorated roofs rise up to the sky at both ends, to the enchantress search against their mountain backdrops. This style resembles the look of buffalo horns and symbolizes the Minangkabau and according to the Indonesian folklore culture it comes from a legend of a fight between two buffalo in a war between the Minangkabau and Javanese invading clan.
Due to the climate of tropical rainforest and the average temperature of 26 degrees Celsius, it is one of the wettest cities in Indonesia with frequent rainfall during most of the year, which resulted in the dynamic green vegetation, lakes and rivers in the supply of abundant water. During the season of heavy rains over from about November Harau Valley is not to miss the waterfalls on the rock walls and magnificent transforming them into breathtaking beautiful waterfalls. The area is absolutely beautiful with fields of rice and lush tropical vegetation and a perfect location for those who love the outdoors and enjoy hiking and climbing, or simply enjoy the tranquility provided by Mother Nature. Anai Valley Waterfall is also worth visiting the spray of the waterfall provides a welcome relief from the hot sun and is easily accessible from Padang city.
Traditional Padang Food
of nature will also enjoy Singkarak lake - the biggest lake in West Sumatra - covering 1,000 hectares . It is located in a spectacular volcanic landscape with breathtaking views, where you can enjoy the sunset over the mountains clouds covered with a cup of local coffee and seafood snacks, surrounded by the natural beauty Indonesia is famous for.
Bukittinggi is one of the largest cities in West Sumatra and is located in the high Minangkabau land near volcanoes Mount Singgalang and assets of Mount Merapi. At 930 meters above sea level, it is popular with visitors for its cool climate and is a perfect city to explore on foot. A great place to stay is the Great Rocky Hotel that was recently completed in early 2012 and has a view breathtaking on Sianok Grand Canyon - also on foot 'Jam Gadang' - the giant clock tower built by the Dutch in 1926 and Pasar Atas and Pasar Bawah, markets traditional town center in the center of Bukittinggi.
If it's culture you're after, you can enjoy a barbecue dinner by candlelight under the stars with music and performance of the martial art of Pencak Silat and the beautiful plate of dancers Tari Piring where women carry candles in their headgear before smashing their plates and dance pieces. You can also enjoy a walking tour through the picturesque kampungs and fields of rice Sanjai Village where you can also visit the cassava plant and enjoy fresh and delicious cassava chips to keep your energy for more to explore.
For a history lesson, you can visit the Lobang Jepang (Japanese Caves) is a network of tunnels and underground bunkers that were built by the Japanese during the Second World War. Also on the scenic route to Bukittinggi to Padang, stop the mining tunnel the "Mbah Soero" in Sawahlunto where you can learn about the tunnels dug by the "chain of people and minors from 1898 to the late 1920s . There is a small gallery showing the original strings by workers around their legs and arms as well as photos of Sawahlunto mines. Nearby is the Museum Goedang Ransoem was a general kitchen built by the Dutch colonial government in 1918 to provide food for coal mine workers and hospital patients. There are walls and descriptions of the history of the kitchen and outside, you can watch women as they weave patiently traditional picture fabric.
With a stomach full and satisfied and after the fresh air and idyllic countryside, you will feel rejuvenated and ready to tackle new chaos of Jakarta. I'm sure the impression of West Sumatra will make you want to return again and again to be reminded of the simple lifestyle and beauty that is now so easily accessible thanks to the wonderful staff at the Mandala Airlines.
Mandala Airlines
Flights to Padang daily at http://www.mandalaair.com
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