Ngarai Sianok, Natural canyon in Bukittinggi, Indonesia.
The canyon stretches for 15 kilometers with vertical walls reaching heights of 120 meters, featuring a river that flows through the valley floor.
During World War II, Japanese forces constructed military bunkers within the canyon walls, which remain accessible for exploration to this day.
The canyon separates the traditional Minangkabau settlements of Bukittinggi and Kota Gadang, with rice fields cultivated by local farmers in the valley.
Visitors can access the canyon through Panorama Park, which maintains regular hours from 09:30 to 17:30 every day except Fridays.
The image of Ngarai Sianok appears on the reverse side of the Indonesian 2000 rupiah banknote, alongside the traditional Plate Dance.
Location: Agam
Location: Bukittinggi
Address: Taman Jl. Panorama, Kayu Kubu, Kec. Guguk Panjang, Kota Bukittinggi, Sumatera Barat 26136, Indonesia 26136
Opening Hours: Monday-Thursday 09:30-17:30; Saturday-Sunday 09:30-17:30
GPS coordinates: -0.30798,100.36525
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:55
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