Indonesia's Sumatra
North Sumatra
Stretching from the Indian Ocean to the Strait of Melaka, rests a land as diverse in topography as it is in natural wonders. North Sumatra, home to the region’s capital, Medan, offers scenic landscapes unmatched. Rolling hills transition between sweaty plains and cool highlands, while metal domed mosques and steepled churches adorn its villages.
Explore the capital, where the spices of Malay cuisine accentuate the sensory stimulation of a Sumatran sunset; view your reflection in the serene waters of the breathtaking Lake Toba, revel in the rich Batak culture and volcanic beauty for which this Sumatran gem is noted, or venture to Samosir Island, where unforeseen discoveries await just across the way.
