Topic: Padang

Geography of Padang

Padang, Indonesia, the main port on Sumatra's western coast, bordering the Indian Ocean. Roads and a railway cross the coastal mountains here, and airlines serve the city. Padang grew from a Dutch trading post established about 1680.
The 7.7-magnitude quake struck in the Mentawai Islands area west of Sumatra late Monday, generating waves as high as three metres (10 feet) that swept away 10 villages.Hendri Dori Satoko, a lawmaker in the Mentawai Islands, told MetroTV: "Our latest ...

Indonesia tsunami death toll tops 100

The 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck in the Mentawai Islands area west of Sumatra late Monday, generating waves as high as three metres (10 feet) that swept away 10 villages, officials said.One group of Australian tourists reported that their boat with 15 ...

Indonesia tsunami leaves 23 dead, many missing

The 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck in the Mentawai Islands area west of Sumatra late Monday, generating waves as high as three metres (10 feet) that swept away 10 villages, officials said.One group of Australian tourists reported that their boat with 15 ...

Scores missing, 23 dead after Indonesia quake

The 7.7-magnitude earthquake, which struck in the Mentawai Islands area west of Sumatra late Monday, caused waves as high as three metres (10 feet) that damaged residential areas in several islands.A tsunami warning was issued after the quake and a ...

Two killed, many missing after Indonesia quake

The 7.7-magnitude earthquake, which struck in the Mentawai Islands area west of Sumatra on Monday, causing localised waves that damaged residential areas in several islands.A tsunami warning was issued after the quake and a group of Australian visitors reported that ...

Major 7.7 quake strikes Indonesia

A tsunami warning was issued, and while it was later withdrawn and no casualties were confirmed, a group of Australian visitors reported that their boat was destroyed by a "wall of white water" crashing into a bay.The undersea quake hit Indonesia ...
Have you imagine being in a beautiful place that has a natural charm that is so striking with the power of wealth? Sikuai Island, is one of 19 islands that are included in the region of Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, precisely in ...
Have u ever imagine about a place like heaven? for the own Indonesian people, these names are still unfamilliar, even more so for those of you who live outside of Indonesia. Sikuai, one of 19 islands that are included in the administrative ...

Earth Quake didn't Stop

After last month Earth Quake was shocking Java Island. Continue praying for all mankind - the natural disasters are only going to increase.Thank you for a hub on such a current event.Blessings,LesliePrasetio- Our thoughts and prayers are with you and ...