Sili beach and Maci are two beaches in Sumbawa Besar are renowned for their consistent waves. This beach is famous for surfing. Another point of interest in Sumbawa Besar is Bungin Island. The island includes populous island in the world. For traditional tourism, you can visit Poto Village to see the preservation of cultural such as traditional weaving, pottery-making and traditional games like horse racing and buffalo races. Come to Sumbawa Besar and try to explore its beauty.
Not only the largest city in West Sumatra, Padang is also the capital of the province. Its famous for its delicious spicy Padang cuisine which includes the world renowned "beef rendang" as voted by CNNGo.com. A historical city, steeped in Minangkabau culture assimilated with a thick Islamic heritage. Many historical buildings from the time of the Dutch occupation can still be found around the city and the traditional long houses or "Rumah Gadang" can also still be found.