Tanah Datar, Administrative region in West Sumatra, Indonesia
Description
Tanah Datar is a regency in West Sumatra situated between two volcanic peaks, with terrain that includes lakes, forests, and extensive farmland throughout its area. The region combines inhabited villages and towns with large rural zones where rice paddies and plantations shape the landscape.
History
The area became an important administrative center in the 14th century when Pagaruyung Palace served as the seat of Minangkabau royal authority. This early role as a center of power influenced how the region developed over the following centuries.
Culture
The communities here maintain Minangkabau traditions through activities like songket textile weaving and ceremonial horse races that happen throughout the year. These practices remain central to how local people express their identity and gather together.
Practical
The region experiences cool to warm temperatures depending on elevation, with heavy rains concentrated between September and February in most areas. Visitors planning trips during the wet season should bring appropriate rain gear and expect muddy conditions on rural roads.
Did you know?
Agriculture drives the local economy here, with rice farming, coconut plantations, fish farming, and livestock raising as the main activities supporting most residents. This agricultural focus offers visitors a chance to see how daily work and livelihood shape rural communities.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (West Sumatra).
Jam Gadang
28.7 km
Pagaruyung Palace
4.9 km
Ngarai Sianok
28.9 km
Fort de Kock
29.2 km
Marapi
15.5 km
Mount Singgalang
28.7 kmAnai Waterfall
27.4 km
Mount Tandikat
29.6 kmBatu Batikam
3.4 km
Minangkabau Culture Documentation and Information Center
22.8 km
Fort van der Capellen
1.4 km
Silinduang Bulan Palace
4 km
Saruaso II inscription
7.2 km
Tugu Pahlawan Tak Dikenal
28.6 km
Prasasti Kuburajo I
1.8 km
Bung Hatta Birth House
28.7 km
Asasi Mosque
17.5 km
Museum Tri Daya Eka Dharma
28.9 km
Bundo Kanduang Museum
29 km
Limpapeh Bridge
29.1 km
Lima Kaum Mosque
2.4 kmIstana Bung Hatta
28.7 km
Jami Mosque of Taluak
25.6 km
Bingkudu Mosque
19.6 km
Rumah Gadang Kampai Nan Panjang
8.2 km
Rao Rao Mosque
9 km
Lubuk Bauk Mosque
14.4 km
Yayasan Amai Setia
29.6 km
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes