West Sumatra
Part of Sumatra
West Sumatra has 19 regencies and cities covering 42,421 km²; 19 of them have a coastline.
19
Regencies/Cities
42,421
Total Area (km²)
19
Coastal Areas
5
Epic Locations
Destination lists for West Sumatra
Top things to do in West Sumatra
Bayang Sani WaterfallWisata AlamKulukubuk WaterfallWisata AlamLembah Anai WaterfallWisata AlamNyarai WaterfallWisata AlamSipadago WaterfallWisata AlamTanggo Rajo WaterfallWisata AlamMinangkabau International AirportBangunan IkonikBatu Angkek-AngkekSitus SejarahSitiung DamTempat RekreasiFort de Kock FortressSitus SejarahPortuguese Fort of Cingkuak IslandSitus SejarahLangkisau HillWisata Alam
What to eat in West Sumatra
Locations in This Province
| Name | Area (km²) | Rarity | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agam Regency | 2,294.59 | Common | View → |
| Bukittinggi | 23.66 | Rare | View → |
| Dharmasraya | 2,940.97 | Common | View → |
| Mentawai Islands | 5,999.13 | Epic | View → |
| Lima Puluh Kota Regency | 3,362.99 | Common | View → |
| Padang | 697.61 | Epic | View → |
| Padang Panjang | 20.79 | Rare | View → |
| Padang Pariaman | 1,310.51 | Rare | View → |
| Pariaman | 103.49 | Epic | View → |
| Pasaman | 3,969.87 | Common | View → |
| West Pasaman | 3,787.98 | Epic | View → |
| Payakumbuh | 75.95 | Rare | View → |
| South Coast | 6,075.15 | Epic | View → |
| Sawahlunto | 240.39 | Rare | View → |
| Sijunjung | 3,164.5 | Common | View → |
| Solok | 58.98 | Rare | View → |
| Solok | 3,599.35 | Common | View → |
| Solok Selatan | 3,287.79 | Common | View → |
| Tanah Datar | 1,407.04 | Rare | View → |
Frequently asked questions
How many regencies and cities are in West Sumatra?
GeoKepo profiles 19 regencies and cities in West Sumatra, covering a combined 42,421 km².
What is the largest regency or city in West Sumatra?
South Coast is the largest at 6,075 km²; the smallest is Padang Panjang at 21 km².
How many regencies and cities in West Sumatra are on the coast?
19 of 19 have a coastline, including Agam Regency, Bukittinggi, Dharmasraya and Mentawai Islands.
Which island region is West Sumatra in?
West Sumatra is part of the Sumatra region of Indonesia.
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West Sumatra
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West Sumatra
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