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Lake Toba : an Amazing of Natural Tourism

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.

As one of the popular tourist destinations in Indonesia, Lake Toba always attract local and foreign traveler. No need to wonder, Lake Toba does have a very beautiful view of the expanse of the lake water is crystal clear and soothing green mountain views. Has a length of 100 kilometers and 30 kilometers wide, Lake Toba is the largest lake in Indonesia. More boast again, Lake Toba is also the largest volcanic lake in the world know!

Because it is located at an altitude of 900 meters above sea level, Lake Toba become tourist attractions suitable if you want to unwind and refreshing because the air is cool and fresh. You can also enjoy the natural beauty here in various ways such as mountain climbing, swimming, boating or other activities. Not to mention, you can visit Samosir Island is located in the middle of the lake and has no less beautiful panorama.

But, before having fun in Lake Toba, of course, you need to prepare the way to the most popular tourist attraction in North Sumatra. The journey to Lake Toba is quite long. After the Rush to Medan, you have to travel for approximately 4 hours to Parapat. However, the actual traveler can also take advantage Silangit Airport located in North Tapanuli, because the airport is only 30 minutes to Lake Toba and Samosir Island hour. In 2014 Silangit service will reportedly be used as an international airport in order to accommodate more tourists.

You will find many inns along the shores of the lake, ranging from guest houses, villas, bungalows and hotels, so you do not need to bother to think about the problem of accommodation. What about the food? Well, you will not be 'hungry' for Lake Toba because many restaurants serving local cuisine along the main road. North Sumatra own distinctive cuisine is similar to Padang cuisine, rich flavor, bersantan and the majority have a spicy flavor.

In addition to enjoying the spectacular pemanangan Lake Toba and the surrounding area, you also can find more destinations. Probably not many know that Lake Toba it also has beaches, namely Lumban Binaga Beach. Of course, a visit to Disneyland would not be complete without crossing to the island. Here, you can visit the two districts are popular among tourists is Tomok and Tuktuk.

There are three places that required you visit during in Tomok: Dolls Si Gale-Gale, Tomb Kings Sidabutar, and Batak Museum. Performances Dolls Si Gale-Gale usually displayed along with dance performances of the famous Tor Tor. Meanwhile, in the tomb of King Sidabutar you can see a large stone carved tomb-shaped face with long hair characteristic of the King.

If Tomok full of interesting sights, Tuktuk is a district that is filled venue. So, if you want to immediately unwind when arriving at the island of Samosir, just come to Tuktuk yes!

Not satisfied roam Lake Toba? You can explore Parapat and visited a number of interesting sights. Including the Hanging Rock is unique because its shape resembles a human. That said, this stone is believed to be the incarnation of a beautiful girl named Chrysanthemum. According to local legend, Chrysanthemum attempted suicide jumping into Lake Toba because they do not want an arranged marriage by her parents. But as he walked toward the cliff, he plunged into a hole large stone and decided to end his life in the stone. The stone eventually choke the Chrysanthemum body so now you can see a large stone which resembles the body of a girl who was as if hanging on the edge of the cliff.

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.