Cultural Destination

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Huta Siallagan - Samosir Island

The traditional dance of Samosir island (photo: netralnews)

The Batu Pasidangan and Samosir traditional house (photo: @Yusantaavi)

Toba Lake - Samosir Island

The historical Toba Lake has never deprived of cultural amusement. It has an iconic ancient village that exudes a unique culture of the Batak ethnic group. Visiting this place, you will feel the sensation of traveling back in time. Tourists can visit ancient Batak traditional settlements with their two-meter high stone walls, as well as watch the ritual ceremonies of the local people. You could also overlook the breathtaking panoramic view of Lake Toba, the largest volcanic lake in the world.

Cultural Tourism Destination

Toba Lake - Samosir Island

Tourist Attractions in North Sumatra

North Sumatra

Batik Motifs

Gorga Simeol-Meol

The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and

Desa Na Tolu

The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Desa Na Ualu

The Gorga motif of Ualu Village is the symbol of the eight cardinal

 

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Durian Pecah

Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Tidayu

The name of this motif is the acronym of three ethnics namely,

Ake Patra

Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of

Lontara

The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that

Raja Ampat

Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in

Parang Seling

Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of

Tabir Tanjung

Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for