Nature sometimes holds a mystery, as in Tapaktuan, Aceh Selatan. On a rock overlooking a loose sea, there is a giant footprint. This is the origin of the name Tapaktuan.
The local legend says that it is the footprint of Mr. Tapa, a figure in the legendary story of South Aceh. the existence of treads located at the foot of Mount Lampu, Tapaktuan, this is a tourist attraction. To visit there is not easy. Visitors must pass through various sized rocks.
Do not be afraid to get lost. There, there was a clue of white lines painted on every stone. staying in that direction, a giant 6x2.5 meter tread is ready to surprise the eye.
The legend story of Tuan Tapa became the origin of the name of the capital of South Aceh regency, Tapaktuan. The city is located about 440 kilometers from the provincial capital of Aceh. legend Tapak Tuan become folklore hereditary and trusted the community there. Unfortunately, the process of renovation that may be its purpose to preserve, it makes it unnatural again. Although now the tread is no longer natural, but the location is still captivate visitors.