Jam Gadang - Tourism

Tourism

Given its iconic appearance, the structure is a frequent object of local souvenirs. It is printed on apparel, painted, used as a sculpting model, and so forth. As of January 2008, it cost 50,000 rupiahs (around US $5) to enter the tower.

Its plaza serves as the centre of New Year celebration in Bukittinggi.

  • Jam Gadang in 2006

  • Jam Gadang front view

  • Jam Gadang uses 'IIII' instead of 'IV'

  • Dokar kind of Horsecar for sight seeing

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