Lake Toba is an amazing natural wonders on the island of Sumatra. It is hard to imagine a more beautiful place to visit in North Sumatra in addition to this lake. The atmosphere is cool refreshing, clear water expanse of blue, green mountains and stunning scenery is a small part of the image of a giant lake located 900 meters above the sea level.
Lake Toba is a lake cratered area of 1,145 square kilometers. In the middle of an island with an area dwells almost proportional to the area of Singapore. Lake Toba is actually more like an ocean than a lake considering its size. Therefore, Lake Toba is placed as the largest lake in Southeast Asia and the second largest in the world after Lake Victoria in Africa. Lake Toba also includes the deepest lake in the world is approximately 450 meters.
Lake Toba is a lake cratered area of 1,145 square kilometers. In the middle of an island with an area dwells almost proportional to the area of Singapore. Lake Toba is actually more like an ocean than a lake considering its size. Therefore, Lake Toba is placed as the largest lake in Southeast Asia and the second largest in the world after Lake Victoria in Africa. Lake Toba also includes the deepest lake in the world is approximately 450 meters.
Lake Toba is expected to experts formed after a volcanic eruption super approximately 73000-75000 years ago. At that time 2,800 cubic km of volcanic material spewed out of Mount Toba erupted to volcanic ash in the wind spread to half the Earth. The explosion occurred during 1 week and throw the dust up to 10 kilometers above sea level.
As a result of the eruption of a super volcano (Mount Toba) is estimated to have caused mass death and extinction of several species of living creatures. The eruption of Mount Toba has led to changes in the earth's weather and the start into the ice age that affects the world civilization.
For the people around Lake Toba has a magical history that is believed to be the place to stay Namborru (seven ancestor goddesses of Batak Tribe). If the Batak tribe will perform a ceremony around the lake mak they should pray and ask permission first namboru.
As a result of the eruption of a super volcano (Mount Toba) is estimated to have caused mass death and extinction of several species of living creatures. The eruption of Mount Toba has led to changes in the earth's weather and the start into the ice age that affects the world civilization.
For the people around Lake Toba has a magical history that is believed to be the place to stay Namborru (seven ancestor goddesses of Batak Tribe). If the Batak tribe will perform a ceremony around the lake mak they should pray and ask permission first namboru.
Samosir Island is an island that is unique because it is a volcanic island in the middle of Lake Toba. The altitude of 1,000 meters above sea level. Although it has become a tourist destination for a long time, Naidoo is the unspoiled natural beauty. Samosir Island in the middle of this there are still two beautiful lake named Lake and Lake Aek Sidihoni Natonang. The area around Lake Toba has pine forests are arranged beautiful. On the outskirts of Lake Toba there are some seriously stunning waterfalls. Around Lake Toba you will also find belarang water baths.
Samosir Island you can also find misty mountains, crystal clear waterfalls to swim, and farming communities. Batak society friendliness will captivate you because wherever you go then immediately can find new friends.
In Parapat which is a peninsula that protrudes into the lake you can enjoy a spectacular view of Lake Toba. Parapat inhabited and Batak Toba Batak society Simalungan known to possess a cheerful and sociable, well-known also happy to sing songs about love that carefree yet soulful.
Samosir Island you can also find misty mountains, crystal clear waterfalls to swim, and farming communities. Batak society friendliness will captivate you because wherever you go then immediately can find new friends.
In Parapat which is a peninsula that protrudes into the lake you can enjoy a spectacular view of Lake Toba. Parapat inhabited and Batak Toba Batak society Simalungan known to possess a cheerful and sociable, well-known also happy to sing songs about love that carefree yet soulful.
Lake Toba is now becoming one of the best tourist destinations in Indonesia. The place where you can do a variety of activities to enjoy the natural beauty such as mountain climbing, swimming, or boating screen. The air was clean and cool harmony with the relaxed atmosphere friendly community.
Many tourists prefer to stay on Samosir Island in the middle of the lake. As the original residence Batak Toba, Samosir Island has a legacy of antiquity of which is the grave stone and traditional villages. On this island you can find a unique culture and ancient Toba. Observe also the traditional architecture of the Toba Batak house compound. The natural beauty of the island of Samosir mean that this island is a great base from which to visit and avoid fatigue routines. Naidoo easily accessible by ferries from Parapat. In Tomok also contained the tomb of King Sidabutar, which he was already 500 years. There is also a statue Sigale Gale who can dance.
Many tourists prefer to stay on Samosir Island in the middle of the lake. As the original residence Batak Toba, Samosir Island has a legacy of antiquity of which is the grave stone and traditional villages. On this island you can find a unique culture and ancient Toba. Observe also the traditional architecture of the Toba Batak house compound. The natural beauty of the island of Samosir mean that this island is a great base from which to visit and avoid fatigue routines. Naidoo easily accessible by ferries from Parapat. In Tomok also contained the tomb of King Sidabutar, which he was already 500 years. There is also a statue Sigale Gale who can dance.
If you feel excited at Parapat there are plenty of facilities for swimming, water skiing, riding a motor boat, canoeing, fishing and playing golf. From Parapat you can take a leisurely walk in the hills Naborsahon River where you will see bougainvillea, pointetties, honey suckle spectacular bloom throughout the year. Many visitors who come to spend time at the lake with a swim in the refreshing water or rent a boat sailing around the huge lake. No need to worry stung by the sun because the climate here is cool and dry with beautiful lake views, this place is the ideal place to relax. While looking at the sunset at Lake Toba is the perfect way to relax and menghabuskan time with people you care about.
In Samosir, you can also take a walk to the inland and explore two smaller lakes are Lake Sididhoni and Aek Natonang. If you are still not satisfied with the atmosphere in Samosir, trekking to explore the interior of the plateau. Should ask the hotel or the local community about the route because the road is sometimes muddy and slippery depending on the weather.
In Samosir, you can also take a walk to the inland and explore two smaller lakes are Lake Sididhoni and Aek Natonang. If you are still not satisfied with the atmosphere in Samosir, trekking to explore the interior of the plateau. Should ask the hotel or the local community about the route because the road is sometimes muddy and slippery depending on the weather.
If you are interested in history then visit the cemetery where the King Sidabutar can see the unique cultural heritage megalith. If you want to know more about life and society Batak, visit traditional villages Jangga producer Ulos fabric which is about 24 km from Parapat. On the shores of Lake Toba is also visible Pensions Soekarno, the first Indonesian president exiled, with the design of the buildings are painted white magnificent.
Photo of Lake Toba
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