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Indonesia

Padangsidempuan / Sumatra's hidden gem

MeowScore 😼75/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😾
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

June

Experience authentic Dayak culture during the festival 🪘🌅

🐘
january

Visit for the annual elephant festival 🐘🎉🌴

🌲
february

Hike Gunung Leuser National Park for stunning views 🏞️🌋🚶

🎉
march

Experience traditional Baris dance at Padangsidempuan Festival 🎭🥁🌞

🌊
april

Surf the waves at Bono tidal bore 🏄🌊

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may

Explore Sipiso-piso Waterfall, a breathtaking natural wonder 🏞️🌿

🎉
june

Celebrate the Dayak Festival and experience indigenous culture 🍃🪘🌅

🌅
july

Visit Lake Toba, the world's largest volcanic lake 🌅🌊🏊

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august

Learn traditional weaving techniques at Siompu Beach 🏖️🧶🌴

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september

Discover the beauty of Sibandang Island on a boat tour 🚤🌊🐟

🌙
october

Experience Ramadan traditions in a predominantly Muslim city 🕌🍔🌙

🌿
november

Trek through the jungle to see wild orangutans in Batang Gadis National Park 🐒🐾🍃

🎁
december

Enjoy the Christmas markets and festive decorations 🎄🎁🎅

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit hub

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit hub

Mostly a stopover for other destinations in North Sumatra.

Tipping

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No tipping culture

Tipping

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No tipping culture

Cash is preferred. Splitting the bill is not common.

internet situation

bad Speed

Limited bandwidth and slow connection

meh Availability

Internet is available but not widespread

good Cellular

Most areas have good cellular coverage

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

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walking hostile

Limited sidewalks

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative region

As a curious cat, Padangsidempuan offers endless alleys to explore and mice to chase after.

But with its hot sun, even the laziest cat will find a spot to relax in the shade.

Things to do

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Off the beaten path

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Silean Hill
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Sirombu Beach
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Bukit Biru
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Sipirok Waterfall
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Lake Toba

Off the beaten path

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Silean Hill

A hidden gem that offers a fantastic view of the surrounding area. The hill is a great place for cats to spot wildlife and indulge in fresh air and lush greenery. 🌿🌳😺

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Sirombu Beach

A secluded beach that is a great spot to sunbathe, swim, and unwind. Purrticularly ideal for cats who seek peace, quiet, and solitude. 🌴🐬🐾

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Bukit Biru

A stunning hill that boasts panoramic views of Padangsidempuan. Cat-sequently, it's great for a romantic sunset picnic or early morning hike before breakfast. 🌅🐈🍽️

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Sipirok Waterfall

A cascading waterfall situated in the backcountry of Padangsidempuan. Perfect for adventurous cats who love hiking, swimming, and exploring natural formations. 🌳🐾💦

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Lake Toba

The largest volcanic lake in the world, with beautiful scenery and a serene atmosphere. Cat-tastic for a day trip, camping or swimming in the crystal clear water. 🌊🏞️🐾

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walking hostile

Limited sidewalks

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative region

Mindful meoweler tips

Try the local delicacy, saksang

It's a dish made with pork, blood, and spices wrapped in banana leaves and steamed. It might sound odd, but it's worth a try for those adventurous cats.

Take part in a traditional dance

Ask around for information on the Tari Payung or Payung Negeri dance, which is performed with umbrellas and traditional music.

Visit the Sipiso-piso waterfall

Located about 45 kilometers from Padangsidempuan, this 120-meter tall waterfall is a stunning natural attraction worth the trek.

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