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by Location | Jambi
Covering an area of 53,435 square kilometers, of which
60% is forest, the province of Jambi offers a fascinating
glimpse of pristine nature and ancient culture to
adventurous visitors. The tallest mountain peak in
Sumatra, 3,805 meter high Gunung Kerinci, is located on
the border between Jambi and West Sumatra, and the area
surrounding the mountain has been set aside as a national
park, Kerinci Sablat. The reserve is still inhabited by
rare species of wildlife, including rhinos and the
Sumatran tiger, the province’s official “mascot.”
Jambi is one of the most thinly populated areas of
Sumatra, with only about two million people spread out
over its wide area.
The original inhabitants of Jambi, the
Kubu ethnic group, are an indigenous tribe of nomadic
hunter-gatherers, many of whom still practice their
ancient ways. Travelers to Jambi can expect basic
facilities, but for those willing to leave the beaten
path, an unforgettable experience is assured.
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