Janjang Koto Gadang
While China has Great Wall, Indonesia has Janjang Koto Gadang. Settled in Bukittinggi, West Sumatra, Janjang Koto Gadang is one of the brand new destination that brings you similarly to China Grea Wall.
Janjang Koto Gadang connects Bukittinggi and Agam district. This Great Wall a la West Sumatra has a length of approximately 1 km. Because it connects two places, there are two entrances for the traveler who wants to reach this giant wall.
From Bukittinggi, tourists can go through the door which is not far from the Japanese hole, and going through a declining path. While having journey on this path, get ready to be stunned by the views that presented. The valor of Sianok Canyon, the green line fields and majestic cliffs will droping your jaw.
This site is officially opened since February 2013 and becomes one of the most visited destination in Bukittinggi. In addition, there is also a suspension bridge and stairs high. In some point there are outposts prepared to rest while enjoying the view of the river, fields and cliffs. Make sure you have good stamina while visiting this place, for the path is quite tiring to be trekked. Better preparefor drinking water, regarding the distance that make you feel exhausted.
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