5,000 (~USD0.36) per person, you can have access to the natural baths and changing rooms for a whole day. Image credit: of you who love swimming, but don’t fall into the category of beachgoers, can hike to the river Lubuk Paraku in inland Indarung, east of the beaches.įor only Rp.
Lubuk Paraku – a local bathing spot with clear water How to get there:20-minute drive from the city centerģ.
It’s recently undergone restoration, giving travelers better holiday photos.Īddress:Air Manih, South Padang, Padang, West Sumatra 25117 He was subsequently cursed and turned into stone for his arrogance.Īfter years and years of exposure to the elements, the statue has slowly deteriorated. It tells the story of a man who, upon reuniting with his poor and frail mother after a long journey at sea, refused to acknowledge her. Image credit: Manih is known for a statue linked to the Legend of Malin Kundang. The statue resembles a man turned to stone, prostrating on the ground Riding ATVs, renting a motorboat to nearby islands, camping out in a tent, or staying the night at local family-run homestays are popular activities here. Image credit: Padang beach people visit for the view is Air Manih, or Air Manis, which literally means “sweet water.” Located in the southern part of Padang, this beach is also covered with brown sand. Air Manih Beach – home to the legend of Malin Kundang How to get there:30-minute Grab or Gojek drive from Minangkabau International AirportĢ.
One more thing to note is that the sand you’ll see at this beach has an atypical brownish color, setting it apart from the white sandy beaches of more well-known islands in Indonesia.Īddress:Purus, West Padang, Padang, West Sumatra 25115 A lot of local events take place at Padang Beach, including the famous Siti Nurbaya Festival every November that celebrates all things Minangkabau culture – from boat rides to music to cuisine to traditional clothing.
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