THE RUMAH GADANG: THE PHILOSOPHY OF MINANG UNITY


Jakarta, PENA – The Rumah Gadang as a traditional house can be found in every Nagari in West Sumatra.
The most famous is the 20-Room House in Sulit Air.

This house is not just a building. It holds a life philosophy:

“Children are cherished, Nieces & Nephews are guided, Citizens are loved, and Villagers are cared for”

That’s why the strongest organization for unity until today is the culture of “Cinto Kampuang” – Love for the Homeland.

The proof: every Eid al-Fitr, the people of Sulit Air always come home together for “PULANG BASAMO”.

The main purpose: young people and youth who are migrants return home to find a spouse from their own community, while strengthening family ties.