Toba lake has an area of 1707 square km or more than two times the size of Singapore, formed from ancient volcanic giant, according to some research when eruptions could change the world's climate and bring the world into an ice age. The giant eruption nearly exterminate humans in this world. Relics eruptions can still be seen in the form of the largest caldera in the world that is currently filled with water into the lake Toba. Samosir Island is part of the caldera that is not submerged in water, is located in the middle of Lake Toba and the center of the Batak culture.
Lake Toba is one of the popular tourist destination in Indonesia, so must this place was not too crowded, making it suitable for those who want to relax ..
To reach the lake Toba, from Medan city you can go a long way Parapat with about 5 hours. If you arrive in Medan to use airplanes, from the airport to the terminal you must first use the public bus Sandpaper No. 64 at a price of Rp. 3000 / People. From the terminal take bus to Parapat Sandpaper rate of Rp. 22,000 / person. If you want lebis simple, you can rent a car with a rate of about Rp. 450,000 already includes driver and fuel, or it can use a Taxi.
Another alternative to the lake Toba is by train. Travel by train heading kerteta Siantar or High Cliff presents an unforgettable sight, very beautiful. From here you can continue on to Parapat using a Taxi.
Another exotic scenery will you get when you climb samosir ferry to the island, the atmosphere gives peace of mind. During the trip you can enjoy snacks that are sold by street vendors were friendly.
From Parapat proceed with the boarding boat / ferry to the island samosir USD rate. 7000 / person, the goal is to Tuktuk Siodang on the island of Samosir. Tuktuk is one great place to enjoy the lake Toba, here too there are many hotels and inns that you can use.
Amazing island
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