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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

 

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Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Bale Lumbu

This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Sero Tangga

The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil

Lipaq Sabe

Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is

Bintik Tujuh

The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as

Pucuk Mekar

This motive reflects the joy and gratitude to God over the grace of

Enggang Dayak

Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural

Taiganja

Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is

Singayaksa

The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to