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North Sumatra
Samosir Island
The island of Samosir, in the middle of Lake Toba, is accessible by regular ferries from Parapat.
The original home of the fierce Toba Bataks, the island has many sites of stone tombs and
traditional villages. The villages of Tomok, Tuk-tnk, Siallagan and Ambarita are noteworthy.
Transportation can be arranged through your hotel or rent a motorcycle for a day’s adventure on
the island. Accommodations of various styles and standards are readily available.
Recreational sports in Parapat include swimming, water skiing, motor boating, canoeing, fishing, and
golf. The climate is cool and dry, an ideal place to relax. There is a plethora of hotels, bungalows,
villas and guesthouses. Parapat is 176 from Medan and can be reached in 4 hours by bus.
Other places of interest:
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