JAM GADANG, Bukit Tinggi

Jam Gadang is the name for the clock tower located in downtown Bukit Tinggi, West Sumatra, Indonesia. This clock tower has a clock with a large size on four sides so called Jam Gadang, Minangkabau terminology meaning "big clock". Jam Gadang is a landmark of the city of Bukittinggi and the province of West Sumatra in Indonesia. West Sumatra typical symbol also has a story and uniqueness because of its age that has been tens of years. Jam Gadang was built in 1926 by architect Yazin and Sutan Gigi Ameh. Laying the first stone of this hour was made Rook Maker's first son who was then 6 years old. This hour is a gift from Queen of the Netherlands to Controleur (City Secretary). holidays, big day holiday is very much tourists from outside the city and abroad.In addition to the tourists can enjoy historic gadang clock building in Bukittinggi city, they can also enjoy the area around the tourist attraction by using the local community vehicles such as orong or yang better known as Bendi. The cost incurred to ride the vehicle is quite cheap, ranging from 25 thousand dollars to 50 thousand dollars depending on your smart price negotiations.
Near the attractions of your gadang clock can also visit the Upper Market to find various kinds of knick knacks or objects - crafts typical of high Bukit. But the market is usually going to be bustling with sales on Sundays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, at a much cheaper price than other shopping places. so many stories from me, what if there is one word please forgive, I still new distemem please support and guidance of friends all .. thank you ter