Night in the port

This is the scenery at night in Muaro port, at this port you can fine seafood restauran and eat chiness food.

Traditional Life

There is a saying in the Minangkabau adat (customs and traditions) that "the beauty of the nagari is due to its pangulu (adat head), and the beauty of the place for swimming because of his youth." In traditional Minangkabau bathing is a meeting place for young people where they can exchange information and sincerity. The meaning of this is to say that life is not only tolerable, but enjoyable, if everyone plays their social role properly.

Minangkabau People have always been fascinated by adat ideals expressed in traditional sayings, illustrated by tambo and other forms of literature and which are repeated at every opportunity, adat. Their lives are dominated by social networks adat develop and complexity of regulations adat.

Therefore, it is understandable that since the beginning of the hood Minangkabau children were exposed to the sometimes conflicting demands for social change. They are taught, for example, there are four types of words (nan ampek kato), namely, ascending words at the elderly, descendant words as opposed to those who are younger, leveling of words when we speak for the same age group, and Indirect, when conversing with the laws in force.

In this system closely knit community, young people are also traditional Minangkabau also taught figurative art in the use of the word, as a form of direct speech could be seen as an affront to the honor someone else. Above all, they must learn the rithym infinity of nature which is a revelation for those who want to see not only its secrets, but also the supreme greatness of Allah. The question is how this traditional wisdom could be reconciled with the modern world?

For Minangkabau marriage is not only the most important traditional rite of passage, but also a fulfillment of a religious duty. While marriage is important, it is still adat stipulated in the law as the inalienable right of the land could be incurred if the daughter of the house is still unmarried.

Marriage is Minangkabau exogamous matri-and the husband is the guest of honor at his wife's house. According adat, it is the bride's family who takes the initiative for marriage. In reality, however, most often it is the groom's family who has informally taken the first step. Although an intermediary between the two families may discuss informally-again - issues such as the date of marriage expenses, to be invited guests, etc.

The wedding ceremony begins when the bride's family invites the groom to come to the wedding house. Here, the bridegroom would be treated as the guest of honor at the home. However, it is during this welcoming ceremony when a "battle of honor" between the two families could take place. The battle is waged by a healthy exchange of words between the two sides. The rhetoric of Minangkabau culture is clearly demonstrated by this battle of words.

The husband stays in the house of his wife. He is the guest of the house, which will sumando Minangkabau. Sumando Since it is expected, not only for the love of his wife, but also to meet the other members of the rumah gadang (Minangkabau matrilineal in the house). Sumando The worst thing we can expect is the one who forgets the code of conduct. The Kaba Rancak di Labuah (one of the most famous literary works that has been done at the turn of the century, when the population of Minangkabau began to enjoy modern life) mentions six types of sumando anecdotal.

The first type is a sumando a child who is only producer, the one who does not show the responsibility of his wife and children. The second is a green fly, a dandy with a bad temper, a lady killer. The third type is a nut who is itching to say someone who likes to create discord between the family of the bride. Fourthly, ugly carpet, it means a lazy, good for nothing and unemployed husband. Fifthly, a kitchen chat, "says someone who likes to do domestic work. And sixthly, sumondo niniak mamak, sumando who is also the host of the house. The latter is the ideal sumando Minangkabau in tradition. He is a guest who has already made himself a devoted member of his wife rumah gadang.

Flora And Fauna In This Region

The province includes large areas of dense tropical forest, which houses a number of species including: titanic Asia (the world's largest flower), the Sumatran tiger, Siamang, Malayan tapir, Serow Sumatra, Deer Russian Malayan Sun Bear , Bornean nebula Leopard, and many birds and butterflies. The province includes two national parks: National Park and É. Kerinci Seblat National Park, as well as a number of nature reserves: Nature Reserve Rimbo Panti, Batang Palupuh Nature Reserve, Natural Reserve Lembah Anai, Lembah Harau Nature Reserve, Bung Hatta Grand Forest Park, Beringin Sakti Nature Reserve.

History Of West Sumatera

The history of Western Sumatra is closely linked to the history of the Minangkabau people. Archaeological indicate that the area surrounding the Limapuluh Koto forms regency of the first area inhabited by the Minangkabau. This interpretation appears to be justified as a zone of the regency Limapuluh Koto covers a number of major rivers that meet in the eastern part of the coast of Sumatra. The rivers were known has benefited from substantial veil transport of the time prior to the end of the last century. The Minangkabau ancestors were reportedly arrived on the route. They sailed from Asia (Indochina), via the South China Sea, crossing the Straits of Malacca and later installed along the Kampar, Siak and Indragiri (Kuantan) rivers. Some of them live and develop their culture and lines around the Limapuluh Koto Regency. The integration of migrants in the periods presented cultural change and an increase of the population. Their settlement has gradually decreased, and they eventually spread to other parts of the West Sumatra. Some of them went to Agam regency, while others went to Tanah Datar regency now. From these areas to leave, propagation of the population took place in northern Agam regency, in particular, the Lubuk Sikaping. Ophir Rao and district levels. Most of them have settled in the western area including the coast and in parts of southern Talos, Selayo and surrounding areas and Muara Sijunjung. The history of the province of West Sumatra has become more accessible to the era of rule by Adityawarman. This rule left considerable amount of evidence for himself, although he did not proclaim that he was the Minangkabau King. Adityawarman ruled Pagaruyung, a region regarded by the Minangkabau to be the center of its culture. Adityawarman is the most important figure in the history Minangkabau. In addition to the introduction of a system of government by a monarch in power, it has also contributed significantly to the Minangkabau world. His most important contribution was the spread of Buddhism. This religion has a very strong influence in the lives Minangkabau. The evidence of that influence in western Sumatra found today includes names like Saruaso, Pariangan, Padang Barhalo, Candi, Biaro, and Sumpur Selo. Since the death of Adityawarman in the middle of the 17th century, the history of Western Sumatra seems to be more complex. Meanwhile, the connection of the West Sumatra with the outside world, particularly in Aceh, has become more intense. West Sumatra at the time was the political domination of Aceh province also has the monopoly of the economy of the region. Coupled with the intensity of Islam entered into relationship West Sumatra. The new faith finally became fundamental to the social and cultural way of life in the region. Burhanuddin Sheik was seen as the first preacher of Islam in West Sumatra. Before extending the faith in the region, he was studying in the province of Aceh. The influence of politics in the province of Aceh and the economy has not made the population of Western Sumatra happy. Finally, the growing discontent has given way to acceptance of the Dutch although the presence of them have also opened a new chapter in the history of West Sumatra. The arrival of the Dutch in the region caused them to enter the era of colonialism in the very essence of its meaning. The first Western to the west of Sumatra has been brought french explorer Jean Parmentier in 1529. However, Westerners who came for economic and political reasons were the Dutch. The Dutch commercial fleet has been observed along the south coast of West Sumatra between 1595-1598. Apart from the Netherlands, other European nations also came to the region, such as Portuguese and English.

Tourisme

The main attractions of the western part of Sumatra are the natural environment and the culture and history of the people of Minangkabau and Mentawai. The continent's natural attractions include the tropical forests, mountains, volcanoes, lakes, valleys, rivers and waterfalls in the uplands, the flora and fauna, and the beaches around Padang. Many areas are protected through national parks and reserves. The town of Bukittinggi is a central location in the highlands from which to explore the culture and history of the Minangkabau people, including architecture, crafts, dances, music and food. There are a number of museums and cultural centers. The Mentawai islands are a popular destination for surfers and those who want to experience the culture and lifestyle of the most primitive people Mentawai.

ABOUT MINANGKABAU

The Minang lived

Moves all, which was organized by another leader in three lower. Their energy has reached the regions and Rajang until Batak. The center Minang government lasted 18 to the end. Century, while the abundance of gold mining has been exhausted and the mountain men of other work to find planes. This work has been found in tissue in the direction of coffee,salt, and gambir (Gemüsegerbsäure a superior, which is an improvement over the original Chinese product). Dealers Islamic beginning of the Islamic improvement headed exchanges. Kings, queens and other lay leaders, who have rejected the Ayer (pious leaders) to be followed during this troubled time conquered, admitting that the war has become Ayer. The Islamic University of Ayer will continue. Dutchmen 1821 secured their trade, with the closure of contracts with the King of Pagaruyung Alam. The king gave them the Tanah datar lowered, in which they set out with Cock Bukittingi. From there, they have extended their power over the high country.Outside the war continued until 1837 with Thomas, after referring to the most effective leader Outside, the imam killed when their energy was defective.In the early 20. Century WestSumatra played an important role in the modernization of Islam, in particular, whether improved training for women. In the many well-trained twenty class participant was frustrated by the lack of work. In 1926, the classarticipants, while using the Communists had started a rebellion; Aufrührer many were put in prisons in Dutch New Guinea, Irian constituencies.After World War II, during the struggle for independence, Bukittingi briefly became the capital of Indonesia; Dutchmen After Sukarno was taken prisoner of temporary protection from the government. On 1 January 1950 a province of Sumatra evenly independent republic of Indonesia has become.

House

Minangkabau traditional house is called "Rumah Gadang" this great house of the means or Rumah Adat, meaning that usual home. It is called Rumah Gadang, because of its large size, but it refers to the function of the large house. Rumah Gadang in Minangkabau belongs to all the family members along the line of nuts / mother, who is called "punishment". The office is also the place of all traditional ceremonies such as weddings or part the inauguration of a chieftain.The original house is wood and bamboo to the rear wall. The roof is made of palm vibration. There are about 12 to 20 meters long and 6 to 8 meters wide at the position of the floor for two to two and a half measuring instrument on the ground. The position of a traditional house extending west to east, while the figures are areas 3.5.7.9, and even if 17. The structure above is used with a horn shaped roof. The roof sees as the expansion of buffalo horn with 4 to 6 points along the house and a point more, which are to the front door and the leaders of the line to be followed. To extend the shape of the structure, there is no connection of each of the right angle for posts from the horizontal staff of the house. Both the upper and horizontaluntereren staff of the building. The interior of the house is divided into 4 parts. They are living quarters along a side of this house, which consists of five or more areas; On the other hand, before the fields is one resonates assembly. In some houses the meeting echoes in an educated and with a raised floor as a place for the household at a meeting. At both ends of the house are areas with a higher floor, which is called "Anjuang." The areas with Anjuang are used only for a special occasion and is normally used uniformly for a married daughter of the family.

The house is the difference, which is based on his clan:

1.Bodi Chaniago traditional houses.

The house has smooth floor and did not anjuang.

2.Koto Piliang traditional houses

The house has anjuang.

The house is based on its form:

1. Gadang Rumah Babanding demand.

Comprised of five regions, 30 posts, four forms something horn

2. Rumah Gadang require illustrate.

Composed of 40 posts. It is called Gajah illustrate because all complete,such as the appearance Elephant, which together sit on the ground with their legs bent and back beside the body.

3. Rumah Gadang Sarambi Papek

It is smaller than Rumah Gadang require Babanding 3.4.5 and consists of fields, those Numbers position, and it should give no "paserek" and sleeping here.Before the house is rice stables, which are used in order to maintain the food supply equipment:

Sitinjau Lauik

Characterized by the left with six poles and worked as storage of riso in order to supply the need of traditional common expense.

Sibayau - bayau

Characterized by the party of the right with six poles and worked as riso storage of the need for daily.

Sitangka Lapa

Characterized by the left with 4-pin, and he as a function of the storage riso of the disaster. Traditional wall of the house and plows the granaries of the curling decorated with colorful sculpture, as a lot of interesting things and are here to hear that reflects the way the Guru of Jadi of Takambang Alam "Minang philosophy "the whole of nature are to education.

Padang Beach

In Padang the Capital of West Sumatera we can see a beautiful Beach, that beach called Padang Beach(in Padang Society this Beach called Seaside). Not far from Padang Beach we can enjoy an grilled fish which fish that using for make an grilled fish is taking direct from sea beside or front that cafe which reside on Padang Beach you can also enjoy an maize burn in night. If you are lucky, in Saturday night you will see music show in place called Taman Budaya that residing in Pancasila street. On that Music show the member are young man or young woman but sometimes the music show also would be presented a traditional music. But now because of the issues of tsunami which knock over Padang Society the beach is decrease because around the beach government give an big rock to protect the beach from abration. But there is the rest of beach that be able to enjoyed as Beach that residing not to far from that big rock, the rest of beach could you see on place that called Purus. On this place you can enjoy a short surfing because the wave on this beach is not to big like in Mentawai and in this place you can enjoy an Parasailing too. This beach usually visited by society in Saturday and Sunday morning, they going there for see a view of beach and play a kites. To enjoy this beach you will not be imposed by the expense. But if you are really want to enjoy Padang beach I recommendation to you to lodging in Pangeran Beach Hotel because behind this hotel you can see beach and at the same time swim in swimming pool on that Hotel.