4 Hidden Gems Tours in West Sumatra, Like Finding Treasures

TRIBUNBATAM.id - West Sumatra is famous for a number of beautiful natural attractions, which often become tourist destinations. 

West Sumatra's natural tourism potential is believed to be even bigger.  

The location of West Sumatra is surrounded by volcanoes and lakes, so the natural charm of this province has always been an attraction. 

What's more interesting, it's not uncommon for natural attractions in West Sumatra to be wrapped in local culture and legends. 

Even so, there are those who believe there are actually many beautiful natural tourist objects that are still not so touched by tourists. 

This tour is still hidden and waiting to be discovered and visited. 

The following is a list of 4 hidden gem tours in West Sumatra that are worth visiting, as reported by the Kemenparekraf website. 

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Twin Lakes

The location of the Twin Lakes is in the highlands east of Padang, with beautiful views and cool air reaching 14-16 degrees Celsius. 

You can explore the beauty of this lake by renting a boat to see the Upper and Lower Lakes.

There is a legend about the battle between a high-ranking official and an evil dragon behind this lake, where from the fight two areas around the Twin Lakes were formed, namely Lembah Gumanti District, which means Valley of the Dead Nan Dragons. 

Then, Aia Sirah (Red Water) because the water in this area is red which is believed to be dragon blood. 

Sako Tapan Natural Baths

Tourists can try visiting the Sako Tapan Natural Baths, which not only have beautiful natural scenery as a backdrop, but also uphold traditions and culture that have been passed down from generation to generation.

Visiting the Sako Tapan Natural Baths will be an unforgettable experience, because this tourist attraction is surrounded by shady trees, rocks that line up neatly on the edge of the pool and cool air. Not to mention the cleanliness of the place that is maintained.