Padang
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Padang is the capital and largest city of West Sumatra, Indonesia. It has a population of roughly 800,000 people, mostly speakers of the Minangkabau language. It is located at 0°57′ S 100°21′ E (http://kvaleberg.com/extensions/mapsources/index.php?params=0_57_S_100_21_E_).
Padang's Teluk Bayur harbor is the largest and busiest harbor on the west coast of Sumatra. The city is served by Tabing airport, and is a common transit point for surfers travelling to the Mentawai Islands.
The city is famous throughout Indonesia for its spicy food. Padang-style restaurants are common throughout the country.
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