Toba Lake

Not only natural beauty, tourist attraction Toba also serve others. What are they? The atmosphere was cool, calm, comfortable instantly felt when I got in Lake Toba. From the lofty hill downhill to Parapat, we could see a vast expanse of blue water like the ocean. Fatigue on a road trip of more than four hours from Medan immediately vanished. In simple stalls down the street that, many travelers spend hours looking at the natural wonders of Lake Toba, sipping coffee with relish. The wind was blowing breeze adds to the fresh atmosphere.ImageDanau Toba which is the largest lake in Southeast Asia is indeed stunning. It is estimated the lake was formed due to eruption about 75 thousand years ago. After the eruption occurred, forming a caldera that later fills with water and become lakes. Upward pressure by magma that has not come out cause the appearance of the island. The lake is located 906 meters above sea level, measuring about 1,700 square meters. Toba surrounded by green hills with cadasnya walls. Samosir Island in the middle of the lake there anymore. So there is a lake on the lake.Once the foot set foot in Parapat, many travelers can do to enjoy the lake and surrounding nature. Want to swim, boat ride, around the lake, or just watching the water. All in good fun. Travelers can also go to the island. Of Parapat, available transportation ferries depart every hour to the village of Tomok. Tomok is the main village on the east coast Naidoo. This village is one tourist destination. In Tomok among others there are some old traditional houses and tombs of King Sidabutar complex. If you want to round the lake can also rent a motor boat.

Accommodation from simple to five-star hotels are widely available. To eat did not have to bother. Eating houses, restaurants, and cafes scattered. Want to make a souvenir souvenir? Travelers easily get in Parapat or also on the island. Lake Toba from Medan can be reached by private vehicle, rental car or public transport. From Medan Parapat can pass through and High Cliff Siantar. Could be through the route of the Ancient Causeway-Karo village until Brastagi. Scenery along the way is not less interesting.