A Toba view so iconic it made it onto the cover of our North Sumatra Travel Guide and Itinerary Planner! But honestly, whip out your phone or camera anywhere on Samosir Island and you’re going to get a shot that captures the insane beauty of Lake Toba - whether it’s a rice field, a lake view, the smile of a local shopkeeper, or a dog taking a nap in the afternoon sun. . Want to know more about this incredible part of the world? Check out our 5-star rated ebook at www.exploring.sumatra.com (or vi

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