West Sumatra's Hidden Gem: The Spectacle of Tabuik in Pariaman

In 2025, more than 200,000 visitors flooded the city for the festivals peak on July 6th.

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11:30 | Jul 08, 2025

Discovering Padang Through Taste: A Culinary Journey With Rendang

A Journey with flavour at the heart of Sumatra.

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11:30 | Jul 05, 2025

Discover The Soul of West Sumatra: Nature, Culture, and Coastal Charm

West Sumatra isn't just a destination. It's a journey into the heart of Indonesia.

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12:30 | Jun 15, 2025

Revitalizing Toba Caldera Geopark: Indonesia's Push to Reclaim The Status

For travellers planning a visit to North Sumatra, the revitalization of Toba Caldera Geopark promises a richer, more immersive experience in the years ahead.

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11:15 | May 22, 2025

Ministry of Social Affairs Provides Aid to Flood-hit Area in West Sumatra

In addition to generators and other things, the Ministry of Social Affairs is planning to supply filtered and purified water from a river to the residents.

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07:15 | Mar 15, 2024

BNPB Steps Up in Search Efforts of West Sumatra Flood and Landslide Victims

The BNPB Head, Suharyanto said that the search period will last seven days.

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11:38 | Mar 12, 2024

11 Climbers Found Dead on Mount Marapi, Rescue and Evacuation Continues: SAR Office

On December 3, Mount Marapi in West Sumatra erupted and spewed rocks and sand within a radius of three kilometers, with an activity level II (Alert).

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17:48 | Dec 04, 2023

Oil Palm Company Allegedly Pollute River, Killing Hundreds of Rubber Trees

Waste-contaminated water from nearby river flooded the farming area during rainy days.

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11:03 | Sep 01, 2022

Lawmaker Beating Woman at Gas Station, Fired by Party

A member of the Palembang Regional House of Representatives, Syukri Zen, finally learned a bitter lesson from his arrogant attitude in hitting women at gas stations.

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12:00 | Aug 29, 2022

Rendang Minangkabau, One of The World's Best Foods

Rendang is a delicacy from West Sumatra, Indonesia, which has been recognized abroad.

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11:26 | Aug 25, 2022

Mandailing Natal Airport Construction Scheduled to Wrap up in 2024: Gov't

The new airport is located in Sodojadi village in Bukit Malintang subdistrict.

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13:15 | Aug 24, 2022

A Quarter of West Sumatran Women Married Before 19: BPS

Child marriage is related to a low education level, she said referring to a UNICEF report.

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00:00 | Aug 08, 2022

Bilih Fish Endemic to Lake Singkarak Successfully Bred Outside Habitat

A total of 7,000 cultivated bilih fish were released to their natural habitat in Lake Singkarak, West Sumatra

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14:30 | Aug 06, 2022

Customs and Excise Blocks Shipment of 71,150 Lobster Seeds

The lobster seeds were bound to be shipped through Tanjung Api-Api Port in Palembang, South Sumatra.

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19:15 | Jul 31, 2022

The Traditional Batak 'Ulos' Handwoven Textile

For the Batak ethnic group of Lake Toba in North Sumatra Province, their handwoven textile, known as "ulos" is a significant symbol.

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13:30 | Jul 31, 2022

Up to 67% of South Sumatra Prone to Land and Forest Fires: Forestry Office

Fires in the six regencies usually start in May and will reach their peak period in October.

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13:34 | Jul 07, 2022

Tomok: The Traditional Batak Villages in Lake Toba

The ancient beliefs and traditions still persist today even among communities that have moved out in many parts of the Indonesian archipelago.

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12:30 | Jul 07, 2022

Get To Know The Endangered Sumatran Tiger

This iconic cat population is critically endangered, with less than 400 individuals remaining.

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11:05 | Jul 02, 2022

Huta Siallagan, Ancient Batak Village on Samosir Island

When you visit Lake Toba in North Sumatra, do not fail to get to know the culture and way of life of the Batak ethnic group.

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20:15 | Jun 30, 2022