Bukit Tinggi
Bukit Tinggi meaning “High Mountain” in Malay, is a small town in the middle of
the Minangkabau area, in West Sumatra. High up in the mountains, this little
town in Indonesia, is a major tourist attraction, and people from all over the
world come here to vacation.
There are many wonderful and interesting things to see in the town of Bukit
Tinggi, Indonesia, and this website has made a comprehensive list of all of
these.
Fort De Kock and the Museum, Fort De Kock a footbridge takes one over the main
street of Bukittinggi to the Museum and the Zoo. The museum has a wonderful
collection of Minangkabau art and culture put on display for tourists. The Zoo
is also a place one can visit, though it is not really well-kept.
Sianok Canyon, the Sianok Canyon or Ngarai Canyon covers an area of bout four
kilometers southwest of the town of Bukit Tinggi. One can walk trough the canyon
and climb up a small steep trial. It is quite a heavy climb, but leads to a flat
green ricefield, that will lead to Kota Gadang, which is at about two hours
walking distance from Bukit Tinggi.
Kota Gadang, lying about eight kilometers from Bukit Tinggi, is famous for it
crafts, such as silwerware, and shawls. One can get to see the silversmiths at
work with filigree or see the weaving of shawls.
Batu Sangkar, about 40 km from Bukit Tinggi, is the traditional Minangkabau
village, with traditional Minangkabau buildings, structures, and architecture.
The major attraction here is the palace known as Balai Janggo.
Ngalau Kamang and Ngalau Indah, two caves that lie north east of Bukit Tinggi
with many stalagmites and stalactites.
Rafflesia Arnoldy Sanctuary, 16 km away from Bukit Tinggi, is a place where one
can get to see the Rafflesia, which is the largest flower on earth, and is
renowned for its foul smell.
Harau valley / Lembah arau, is about 45 km from Bukit Tinggi, to the north east
and is a land of waterfalls, and many steep cliffs. The highest waterfall here
is 110 meters high.
Lake Maninjau, about 40 km from Bukit Tinggi, is one most beautiful spots in
west Sumatra. The path to the Lake is impressive in itself, with 44 hairpin
bends that afford spectacular views over the lake.
The nearest International airport to Bukit Tinggi is
Minangkabau International Airport
in Padang, located 72 km South West of Bukit Tinggi. To make arrangements for a
taxi from Airport to Bukit Tinggi, contact one the taxi operators or travel
agents that have counter in the Airport.
Popular attractions in Bukit Tinggi:
| Bukit Tinggi Popular Attractions | |
|---|---|
|
• Fort De Kock and the Museum |
• Batu Sangkar |
undo Indonesia Popular Destinations