Padang Pariaman

Padang Pariaman is an administrative region in West Sumatra comprising seventeen districts with varied geography spanning coastal plains and hilly interior lands. The territory connects inland communities with seaside settlements through its diverse terrain.

The regency was formally established in the early 19th century and grew into a significant administrative hub within West Sumatra province. This foundation shaped the organizational structure that continues to define the region today.

The region maintains strong Minangkabau traditions shaped by a matrilineal system visible in architecture, family life, and community celebrations. These customs influence how people organize settlements and pass down knowledge through generations.

The region is connected by a network of roads linking coastal and inland areas, allowing access to its various districts and communities. Visitors should expect varying road conditions and travel times depending on their destination within the territory.

The territory features coastline alongside volcanic formations that create diverse growing zones supporting different types of local farming. This combination of landscapes allows multiple crops and harvest cycles within the same administrative area.

Location: West Sumatra

Inception: January 11, 1833

Capital city: Parit Malintang

Elevation above the sea: 129 m

Reference: 13.05

Shares border with: Pariaman, Agam, Tanah Datar, Solok, Padang

Website: https://padangpariamankab.go.id

GPS coordinates: -0.60000,100.28333

Latest update: December 13, 2025 15:41