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Discover Padangbusuh in Indonesia
Padangbusuh in the region of West Sumatra is a town located in Indonesia - some 597 mi or ( 961 km ) North-West of Jakarta , the country's capital .
Local time in Padangbusuh is now 10:55 AM (Thursday) . The local timezone is named " Asia/Jakarta " with a UTC offset of 7 hours. Depending on your flexibility, these larger cities might be interesting for you: Medan, Tanjungpati, Solok, Sijunjung, and Pekanbaru. When in this area, you might want to check out Medan . We found some clip posted online . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Are you looking for some initial hints on what might be interesting in Padangbusuh ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
Videos
Buffalos - Kabau - Kerbau
Adu kerbau/ Buffalo Fighting is a tradition in nagari Pandai Sikek, Marapi - Agam region and Aie Angek - Tanah Datar region district. In Minangkabau to having a buffalo is a precious and a privilege m ..
The Attraction of MAN 1 Payakumbuh's Marching Band on Payakumbuh's 42nd Anniversary
This is when they were performing the "attraction", which is mean this is the most anticipated perform in every marching bands in this event. :D this perform taken on 04.12.12 in Payakumbuh, West Suma ..
The Inner side of UPI CC (UPI Convention Center), Padang
taken on 06.12.12 after had a lunch on lunch break on training ESQ @ there... :D ..
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Interesting facts about this location
Baso (island)
Baso is the middle town between Bukittinggi and Payakumbuh, West Sumatra. It is only 15 kilometers east of Bukittingi. In the history of West Sumatra this town was the transit and junction town of Payakumbuh, Bukittinggi and Batusangkar. This town was known also as the most important farmers trading and crops collection point in West Sumatra.
Located at -0.28 100.45 (Lat./Long.); Less than 10 km away
Mount Marapi
Marapi (also known as Merapi or Berapi) is a complex volcano in West Sumatra, Indonesia. Its name means Mountain of Fire, and it is the most active volcano in Sumatra. Its elevation is 2,891.3 metres . A number of cities and towns are situated around the mountain, including Bukittinggi, Padang Panjang and Batusangkar.
Located at -0.38 100.47 (Lat./Long.); Less than 12 km away
Limapuluh Koto Regency
Limapuluh Koto (meaning fifty states or fifty towns in Minangkabau language) is a regency (kabupaten) of West Sumatra, Indonesia. It has an area of 3,354.53 km² and a population of approximately 312,500 people. The capital is Sarilamak.
Located at -0.23 100.63 (Lat./Long.); Less than 13 km away
Payakumbuh
Payakumbuh is a city north-east of Bukittinggi, Indonesia. It has an area of 80.43 km² and a population of over 99,300 people. Literally translated, the city name means "grassy swamp". Payakumbuh is known for flying duck races and foods like gelamai, a sweet coconut palm sugared snack. Transport options within the city include bendi, a form of horse-cart. Payakumbuh produces a wide range of agriculture products including rice, milk, cattle and palm sugar.
Located at -0.23 100.63 (Lat./Long.); Less than 13 km away
Pariangan
Pariangan is a small Minangkabau village located in the regency of Tanah Datar, West Sumatra province, Indonesia. The village is located on the lower slopes of Mount Marapi, a highly active volcano, at a distance of fifteen kilometres from the market town of Batu Sangkar. Despite its size, the village is of great cultural and historical significance to the Minangkabau people.
Located at -0.43 100.50 (Lat./Long.); Less than 15 km away
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