The charm of Lake Toba

Nama : Billy Jhon Damanik

Kelas : 3eb12

Npm  : 29210825

 Lake Toba picture

            Do you ever heard abaut Lake Toba?, maybe not the first time we've heard. Maybe for some of us are already familiar with this place. Our ears are familiar or have already visited him often. Moreover, a few years ago, Lake Toba was once a favorite tourist destination in Indonesia for both domestic tourists and foreign tourists. Lake Toba save a million charm for lovers of natural exotica.

           

Lake Toba is one of the important tourist destination in North Sumatra, Bukit Lawang, Berastagi, Kabanjahe, Sibolga and Nias. The largest lake in Indonesia and Southeast Asia, located in the province of North Sumatra, precisely in the area Parapat. Parapat is located in the middle of the city of Medan and Padangsidimpuan. To arrive at the lake Toba, either from the city or from the city of Medan Padangsidimpuan takes approximately 5-6 hours drive if riding the bus or other public transport services.

           

The ride was quite exhausting to be up at this place will be relieved to see the stunning beauty of Lake Toba. Tired of meaningless, lost heartbeat with treats eye soothing green panorama. Spirit and energy to continue growing way to enjoy the charm tao Toba (Toba land) in lake Toba exotic.

Visit Lake Toba, is not complete if not to set foot on the island of Samosir which was in the middle of the lake. To arrive at the island of Samosir, we can use only the KMP freight spend USD. 20,000 (last year's rates) for the cost of PP (round trip). And unique, when coming home from Samosir island or back to the docks of Lake Toba, we do not need to wait for the ship that we were riding when heading for the island. We may ship anywhere up to leave, According to our goals, with record ticket must not be lost.

            Throughout the trip around the lake, we will not get bored looking at the stunning natural beauty treats made ​​us as one with nature. Soluble amazed Masterpiece Divine majesty. Beads, accompanied gratitude to god. Enjoy the green hills, tranquil lakes water refreshes the mind, brings its own inner calm atmosphere for visitors. Watching the motion agile monkeys that roam freely on the outskirts of the lake (unfortunately, not able perpetuated my pocket camera, too far away), the village children rowing boat, indeed alluring beauty. Moreover, if we could get a seat on the board deg. As far as the eye could see, a lot of charm to be seen.

                                                                             

 

Great green hill around Toba Like

                           

The stoon that hang in hill ( familiar called batu gattung)

            In addition to the exotic natural treats, visitors also got rave reviews with free entertainment on board In addition to the entertainment, it also aims to introduce the art Toba. Typically, the entertainment was presented by children around the area.

            Masterpiece of divine beauty that is in the lake, making the trip seem shorter. Unnoticed 20 minutes had passed and had reached the island. Samosir island to save a lot of stories of history and art and culture of Toba Batak tribes.

            After the ship to dry dock the island, we will see shops selling various souvenirs typical of Lake Toba. Clothes, Ulos hobo, accessories or art tools and simple music.

                                                                                    

Traditional market for by souvenirs

Batak traditional houses

            After passing through the souvenir market, we can climb the stairs to the medium height, to see the rock tombs of the kings Batak. Here, if we have that much time, we can get as much of the story about the history of the Batak and the guard rock tomb kings Batak.

                                                                                

Grave stone Batak kings

Some stone graves of Batak kings

            From grave stone of the kings of the trip can proceed towards cultural attractions Sigale-gale. Just past a souvenir shop we will get to the place. As cultural attractions, this place also presents art Batak culture.

                                                                                  

Sigale statue-gale with Ulos Batak

            There are many other beauty that we can enjoy in and around Lake Toba. If you really want to settle for enjoying, stay in cottages that surround the lake Toba is the interesting choice. On the edge of Lake Toba there is a cozy cottage Horas and from there we could see the panoramic beauty of Lake Toba. Because if not, one day trips around the lake and its surroundings, enjoy the natural charm wowed will make feel tired.