“We welcome every event with open arms and hospitality,” the Governor stated here on Thursday in response to West Sumatra’s growing interest by organizers of national and international meetings for the implementation of National Science Olympiad (OSN), July 1-7, 2018.
In infrastructure, West Sumatra has a number of international standard hotels with more than adequate room availability and meeting rooms that can accommodate thousands of participants.
The organizers can also choose several alternatives of the place where there is the sea or mountain, and typical culinary scenery if they are planning to provide cruise time for.
Panorama of the sea can be enjoyed in seven districts and cities in west coastal of Sumatra Island with international standard hotels centered in the city of Padang.
In Bukittinggi, a small town located between Mount Marapi and Mount Singgalang is also available several international standard hotels.
A number of tourist destinations are found in this city, among which the most famous are Jam Gadang and the Japanese hole. Access to tourist destinations in some nearby districts and cities is also quite good.
“West Sumatra also has a variety of culinary that has been recognized very delicious internationally such as rendang, sate padang, or fried rice, all can be enjoyed day and night,” Irwan Prayitno noted.
Access to some vital objects such as the airport is also relatively close, especially with the operation of Minangkabau Express airport train which makes it easier for passengers to reach the city center after landing at Minangkabau International Airport (BIM).
Besides, West Sumatra Provincial Government has provided a budget to entertain traditional dinners and dances for all national event participants.
He urged the regional apparatus organization to actively hook the event at the center to be implemented in West Sumatra. (cha)