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Lake Maninjau

I arrived in Padang just two days before the New Year, without any fixed travel plans. As I stayed in a hotel located on Jl. Veteran, Padang, I immediately asked the front desk for a map and recommended places to visit.

My first stop was Lake Maninjau, three hours away from the city of Padang in Tanjung Raya. I was welcomed by a serene view of Lake Maninjau at 8 a.m. and with the cool weather, I made a quick stop to enjoy a cup of hot tea on the roadside food stall. The beautiful lake view was also portrayed by Indonesia’s painter Wakidi – the same painting that has also been in my family for two generations.

After being mesmerized by Lake Maninjau, I continued my journey to Ngarai Sianok or Sianok Canyon, once again captivated by the beauty of the green valley and canyon. Just a few minutes’ walk from the canyon, you can find yourself at the Japanese Tunnel —