Gold Potential in West Sumatra, Indonesia, Could Produce 50 Kg per Day

INTERNATIONAL, RBTVDISWAY.ID - West Sumatra is a province steeped in fascinating history. One legacy of Dutch history that remains intact today is the gold mines in the area.

In this article, we will trace the history of these Dutch gold mines and learn about the gold mining locations used at that time.

West Sumatra is a province located on the island of Sumatra.

Established on July 3, 1958, with Padang as its capital. It is located in the northern part of the province and borders North Sumatra.

This province also borders the Indian Ocean, the provinces of Jambi and Bengkulu, and the provinces of Jambi and Riau.

West Sumatra Province consists of 12 regencies, including:

- Agam Regency with its capital in Lubuk Basung

- Dharmasraya Regency with its capital in Pulau Punjung

- Mentawai Islands Regency with its capital in Tuapejat

- Lima Puluh Kota Regency with its capital in Sarilamak

- Padang Pariaman Regency with its capital in Parit Malintang

- Pasaman Regency with its capital in Lubuk Sikaping

- West Pasaman Regency with its capital in Simpang Empat

- Pesisir Selatan Regency with its capital in Painan

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