Pesona Friends are probably familiar with Lake Toba, the massive crater formed by a volcanic eruption thousands of years ago. This lake is known for its extraordinary natural wonders. However, have you ever heard of Huta Tinggi Tourism Village? Although it may be unfamiliar to many, this village was ranked among the top 50 best tourism villages in the 2021 Indonesian Tourism Village Award (ADWI). What's even more amazing is that Huta Tinggi Tourism Village is now part of the UNESCO Geosite area. Isn't that cool? Let’s dive deeper into Huta Tinggi Tourism Village in this article.
Located in Pangururan District, Samosir Regency, North Sumatra, Huta Tinggi Tourism Village is often regarded as a paradise of nature and culture in the middle of Lake Toba. The village covers an area of 1,200 hectares and is inhabited by the Batak Toba ethnic group. The local people live in traditional rumah bolon (a type of Batak house), which has become a symbol of the Batak identity in North Sumatra. The village offers a variety of attractions, including educational, natural, and cultural tourism.
In Huta Tinggi Tourism Village, you can experience milking buffaloes and processing the milk into dali ni horbo, a traditional Batak Toba cheese. Dali ni horbo has a savory taste and a firmer texture, similar to ricotta cheese, and is typically cooked with arsik (spiced yellow carp). Curious to try it?
Additionally, you can pick coffee beans directly from the local farms. Not only can you harvest the coffee, but you can also take photos in the midst of the lush coffee plantations. There are also other fun activities such as picking vegetables or participating in rice planting in the fields, all of which are fantastic experiences.
One of the main attractions of Huta Tinggi Tourism Village is its traditional performances. You can watch the Tari Tortor, a traditional Batak Toba dance performed during various cultural ceremonies like funerals, healing, and harvests. The dance is not only an entertainment form but also a way to convey prayers and hopes. Additionally, you can enjoy the Gondang music, which uses large drums made of wood and buffalo or cow skin, usually performed during traditional ceremonies like weddings.
Getting to Huta Tinggi Tourism Village is quite easy. You can take a ferry from Ajibata Ferry Port on the eastern shore of Lake Toba and cross to Ambarita Ferry Port on Samosir Island, a journey that takes around 40 minutes. From Ambarita, you can continue your trip with a travel service, which takes approximately one hour to reach Huta Tinggi Tourism Village. It’s easy, right?
There are many exciting experiences to be had at Huta Tinggi Tourism Village. Whatever activities you choose, your trip will surely be unforgettable. If you want more information before visiting, you can contact Huta Tinggi Tourism Village at (081270496668).
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