Thursday, 7 August 2014

Lake Toba, Norrth Sumatra

Lake Toba is an amazing natural wonders 
                               on the island of Sumatra








Hard to imagine a more beautiful place to visit in North Sumatra apart from this lake. Cool refreshing atmosphere, expanse of clear water turning blue, green mountains and stunning scenery is a small part of the image of a giant lake that is 900 meters above the sea level.






Lake Toba is a lake berkawah area of ​​1,145 square kilometers. Dwells in the middle of an island with an area that is almost comparable to the size of the country 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 world's deepest lake is approximately 450 meters. 



Lake Toba is expected to experts formed after the eruption of a super volcano approximately 73000-75000 years ago. At that time 2,800 cubic km of volcanic materials spewed out of Mount Toba erupted volcanic ash blown by the wind spread to half the earth. Explosion occurred during 1 week and throw the dust up to 10 kilometers above sea level. 





Due to the eruption of a super volcano (Mount Toba) is estimated to have caused mass death and extinction of some species of living things. The eruption of Mount Toba has led to changes in the earth's weather and the onset of an ice age that went into affect civilization of the world. 





For communities around Lake Toba has a magical history as a residence believed Namborru (seven ancestral goddess Batak Tribe). If the Batak tribe will perform the ceremony around the lake mak they should pray and ask for permission first Namborru. 






Samosir Island is a unique island because it is a volcanic island in the middle of Lake Toba. The altitude is 1,000 meters above sea level. Although it has become a tourist destination for a long time, Naidoo is an unspoiled natural beauty. Samosir Island in the middle of this there are still two beautiful lakes named Lake and Lake Aek Sidihoni Natonang. 





The area around Lake Toba has pine forests lush landscaped. On the edge of Lake Toba there are some very stunning waterfalls. Around Lake Toba also You will find belarang water baths. 


Samosir Island you can also find misty mountains, crystal clear waterfalls to swim, and farming communities. Batak hospitality will lure you wherever you go because it can immediately find a new friend. 





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 have cheerful and sociable nature, known also love the theme song sang happy carefree yet full of feeling.






Activity 

Lake Toba has now become one of the best tourist destination 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 is clean and cool harmony with the relaxed atmosphere of a friendly society. 

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 stones 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 Island means that this is a suitable place to visit and avoid routine fatigue. Naidoo ferric easily accessible by boat from Parapat. In Tomok also contained the tomb of King Sidabutar, which he was already 500 years old. There is also a statue Sigale Gale who can dance. 


If you feel excited at Parapat there are many facilities for swimming, water skiing, riding a motor boat, canoe ride, fishing and playing golf. From Parapat you can take a leisurely walk in the hills Naborsahon River where you will see the bougainvillea flowers, pointetties, honey suckle spectacular flowering throughout the year. Many visitors who come to spend time at the lake with a refreshing swim in the water or rent a sailboat around the big lake. No need to worry about the sun stung because the climate here is cool and dry with beautiful lake views, this place is the ideal place to relax. While looking at the sunsets over Lake Toba is the perfect way to relax and menghabuskan time with people you care about. 





Samosir, you can also take a walk to explore the interior and two smaller lakes namely Lake Sididhoni and Aek Natonang. If you are still not satisfied with the atmosphere in Samosir, trekking to explore the inland plateau. Should ask the hotel or the local community about the route because the road sometimes muddy and slippery depending on the weather. 



If you are interested in history then visit the cemetery where King Sidabutar megaliths can see the unique cultural heritage. If you want to know more about the life and Batak community, visit traditional villages Jangga Ulos producing cloth which is about 24 km from Parapat. On the shores of Lake Toba also seen Pensions Soekarno, the first Indonesian president exiled, with the design of the building is painted white magnificent.






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