pagaruyung

Authentic Minang market — rendang ingredients, local textiles.

Replica Minangkabau royal palace — distinctive curved-roof architecture.

Large freshwater lake — 30-min drive from Pagaruyung.

Traditional dance performance at the palace — silat and tari pasambahan.

Heritage railway station — colonial architecture.

Cook authentic Padang rendang — 8-hour slow process.

Lush green valley view — rice paddies and traditional houses.