Maninjau Lake

Thursday, April 19, 2012

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   Maninjau Lake is one of the stunning lake in Indonesia. This lake is a volcanic lake at an altitude of 461.50 meters above sea level. Extent of about 99.5 km and its depth 495 yards. The lake is located in Tanjung Raya district, Agam regency, West Sumatra, Indonesia. Lake Maninjau natural tourist sites are also made ​​up of hills and peaks called Puncak Lawang.

   To get to this lake, you have to take a steep path down from Bukittinggi. The journey will meander with sharp turns. The trip to the lake is clearly going to amaze you with exceptional views to the sparkling blue lake and surrounding hills.
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   The lake is more than just a beautiful landmark but also a cultural heritage of local communities.it is said, the origin of Maninjau comes from the legend of the "Bujang Sembilan". According to local folklore, the story of one man's death by plunging into the crater then expanded and formed a crater lake.By admiring the scenery and peace, a visit to Lake Maninjau will keep your mindrefreshed. If you are looking for a fantastic view of the Maninjau resort perched on a hilltop offering some of the best views of the lake.

   So beautiful and peaceful natural scenery of the lake, the first president of Indonesia I.r Soekarno, wrote verse which reads "jika makan arai pinang, makanlah dengan sirih yang hijau, jangan datang ke Ranah Minang, kalau tak mampir ke Maninjau".

maninjau lake, danau maninjau, sumatra barat, indonesia, amriholiday, Beautiful Holiday Destinations   While Maninjau Village is located near the lake and the place is famous as the birth place Buya Hamka. A famous novelist who wrote a book on Indonesia phenomenal titled "Tenggelamnya Kapal Van der Wijk". Other figures who were born here are Rangkayo Rasuna Said, one of Indonesia's National Heroes. His name has been immortalized as one of the main streets in the capital Jakarta.

   Facilities in this place can be quite complete. Around the site, there are many hotels tobe a place to stay, ranging from grade to grade melatipun star there. In addition, thereare also home stay which can be used as an alternative to stay.

   After a walk to enjoy the beauty of the lake must have the stomach feels hungry. to treat hunger, tourists can choose either a full menu of Padang cuisine or abroad because of the many restaurants available in the lake. Eating foods with a background of Maninjau Lake is an experience that can not be forgotten.

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