Batu Batikam

Batu Batikam  is a stone punctured that symbolizes the importance of peace and deliberations in the life of Minangkabau society .

Cultural heritage tourism destinations in Batusanggkar does not tertandangi by other areas in West Sumatra . In addition Istano site Baso Pagaruyung and Stone Angkek - Angkek , other historical remains are the stone Batikam . In Indonesian , Stone Batikam mean stone punctured . Why say so ?

Uniqueness Batu Batikam

The answer to why this rock is called rock punctured due to a puncture marks on the stones. Logically, it may be difficult to be accepted by reasonable given the stone is a very hard object so as not likely to be stabbed and left a hole that is translucent .

According to local people believed the story , Stone Batikam a puncture marks owned Datuak kris Parpatiah Nan batikam Sabatang which makes stone as a symbol of peace between the leaders of the ruling at that time .

Another story states that these artifacts of yore is a discussion where the chiefs . Another thing that adds to the uniqueness of the Stone Batikam is the presence of a huge banyan tree dii around the region . This giant banyan tree in the atmosphere around the site was different .

A brief history of Batu Batikam

Two sons of my mother 's half-brother named Datuak Parpatiah Nan Sabatang and Datuak Katumanggungan.Datuak Parpatiah is the son of an ingenious and clever , while Datuak Katumanggungan is the son of a king who was .

Parpatiah want a democratic society while Kartumanggungan hierarchical wanted power . This is what eventually cause problems . Not wanting to hurt each other , then Stone Batikam be both emotional outlet so that the stabbing keris on this stone .

Although impressed creepy , but Stone Batikam become one of the tourist sites that still attract tourists . In addition to unique Yag make curious travelers , this stone also considered an element of learning , knowledge and wisdom about the importance of peace .

Until now , different opinions between Datuk Datuk Parpatih nan Sabatang and Katumanggungan still be seen from the two keselaran in Minangkabau , the alignment Koto Pilang , which reflects the power system ala Datuk Chaniago Katumanggungan and Body Alignment system is government that embodies style Datuk Parpatih Nan Sabatang .

Location Batu Batikam The Limo is located in Nagari , about 10 minutes drive from the city Batusanggkar and included in a series of visits for stone cage . Thus, you will not have access to transportation and accommodation problems .