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Province in Sumatra, Indonesia
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North Sumatra (Sumatera Utara) is a province in the north Indonesia's Sumatra Island. Various tourist destinations can be found throughout the province, Berastagi is best known as a hilly place with a cooler temperature as the whole province is in tropical region. Lake Toba is also a popular travel destination. Toba is a large volcanic lake which has an island inside of it, Samosir Island. Nias Island and other several islands nearby named Batu Islands is a popular spot for surfing. The capital city, Medan, has many places of interest, mainly for its historical sites. is also known for its variety of cuisine.
By boat
Major port is Belawan (Medan) and Tanjungbalai (formerly Tanjungbalai-Asahan).
By road
North Sumatra is connected by Trans-Sumatran Highway. Many buses serve Medan to many cities in Sumatra such as Pekanbaru, Padang and Banda Aceh.
By bus
The easy way to get around without hassle is by bus. Most cities are served by buses. Some bus drivers may drive recklessly.
By train
Railway service covers only about 1/3 of the province, but are very reliable, cheap and fast. They cover Binjai, Medan, Pematang Siantar, Tanjung Balai and Rantau Prapat.
By plane
There are several airports scattered around North Sumatra. See above.
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the largest lake in South East Asia, placed within exceptional volcanic scenery and surrounded by inspiring mountains.
elephant and orangutan conservation
Mount Sinabung (Gunung Sinabung) is North Sumatra's 4th most active volcano. The long eruption of Mount Sinabung is similar to that of Mount Unzen in Japan, which erupted for five years after lying dormant for 400 years.
Mount Sibayak (Gunung Sibayak) is a stratovolcano that looming over the town of Berastagi in North Sumatra, Indonesia.
famous surfing destination
famous surfing destination
Batang Gadis National Park is an national park in Sumatra that is located in Mandailing Natal regency. It was named after the main river that flows and divides Mandailing Natal Regency, the Batang Gadis River.
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