When a large number of foreign tourists who come to Indonesia every year "flock" to Bali, it is inevitable that residents of other islands in Indonesia, the "country of thousands of islands", will sometimes be "jealous". They believe that many islands in Indonesia have places worth visiting, and Sumatra is one of the important ones.
Sumatra Island is the second largest island in Indonesia. It has rich mineral resources and products, as well as primitive natural scenery and charming coconut forest beaches. Entering this beautiful island, we visited Padang, the capital of West Sumatra Province. This city, which represents the typical culture of Sumatra and is decorated with Minangkabau "buffalo horn" buildings everywhere, is like an uncut pearl, shining with the most simple and original luster.
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Badong cuisine is famous in Indonesia
Although the cities of Padang are small and have less influence than the heavyweight cities of Jakarta, Bandung and Surabaya, the popularity of Padang cuisine is similar to that of Sichuan cuisine in China. It is not only popular in Indonesian islands, but also has become a synonym for Indonesian cuisine overseas. It is also the most worthy card for Padang to promote to outsiders.
Like Sichuan cuisine, Badong cuisine also has the characteristics of "hot taste". Enthusiastic and kind-hearted people in Padang never stint on the use of pepper in cooking. Whether it\'s beef, chicken or all kinds of sea fish, red pepper or chili sauce must be indispensable. Moreover, due to the local humid and hot climate, ordinary food can not be put, so most of the ordinary food is fried cooked food, which will not be bad if it is put for several days. Therefore, the dietary characteristics of Badong people can be summed up in eight words: "No hot, no sweet, especially fried".
Badong cuisine is not only famous for its spicy food, but also popular for its quick serving. When you enter a typical Badong restaurant, just as you sit down, the waiter will like a gust of wind put a plate full of all kinds of cooked food in front of you. Fried fish, fried chicken, tofu, eggs, vegetables, etc. are enough to make you dizzy and confused. At this time, if you are still waiting for tableware, you are wrong. The authentic way of eating Badong cuisine is to grasp it by hand. Look at your favorite dishes and start. Diners do not have to worry about paying the bill in full, because the waiter only calculates the money according to the number of empty plates.
The little bus will sing
On Sumatra Island, carriage was once a very important means of transportation for local people. However, with the rise of the automobile industry, cars are becoming more and more popular on the island. Now, although there are still fancy carriages carrying passengers to the market slowly and leisurely, a kind of mini bus with more colorful appearance has taken its place and become the main public transport tool in Padang. The ticket is popular with local people because of its moderate price.
It is worth mentioning that although this convenient and flexible means of transportation can be found everywhere in Indonesia, Padang\'s "security" has its unique characteristics. Badong people love music. In almost every car, the driver has a very good sound system. The most popular Indonesian songs or powerful dance music are playing in the car at any time. The passengers sitting in the car feel like a live concert or dancing in the dance hall. While listening to the song, the driver clapped his fingers on the steering wheel, but the speed did not slow down. It is the most authentic and exciting cultural experience to take such a vehicle and gallop around the town and countryside.
Next Bali
It is said that Indonesia is a country of thousands of islands. There are dozens of islands in the sea area near Padang alone. Although most of them are unknown, the scenery can really be called world-class. Xikuai Island, about 30 minutes away by high-speed yacht from Padang Passenger Terminal, is one of them. The island, newly developed by the local government in recent years, attracts more and more tourists from far and near with its pure white beaches and transparent blue water. Tourists can book a one-day trip to the island including lunch for about $15. You can easily walk around the island on the soft white sand, or lay down in a hammock between coconuts, or enjoy a meal of Indonesian food in a hotel full of Southeast Asian customs. No matter how you choose, the quiet and comfortable atmosphere gives you the illusion that the island belongs to you.
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