Lake Toba to Samosir Island ( danau toba dengan pulau samosir )
road - the road to Indonesia to enjoy beautiful nature.
one of the flagship tourism destination in Indonesia in the Sumatran region, Lake Toba has its own uniqueness, in addition to a beautiful place indeed, lake toba panoramic view that can also store anesthetize our hearts often a lot of tourists from within or from outside the stop just to enjoy new atmosphere in this lake. according to natural sejah Lake Toba is a volcanic lake with a size of 100km x 30km area in North Sumatra, Sumatra, Indonesia. In the middle of this lake there is a volcanic island called Pulau Samosir.
Lake Toba has long become an important tourist destination in
North Sumatra in addition to Bukit Lawang and Nias, attract domestic tourists
and foreign countries.
It is estimated that Lake Toba explosion occurred at about 73000-75000 years ago
and an eruption Supervolcano (super volcano) the most recent. Bill Rose and Craig Chesner from Michigan Technological University estimate that volcanic materials spewed as much 2800km3 mountain, with rocks 800km3 Ignimbrite and 2000km3volcanic ash are estimated in the wind to the west for 2 weeks.
Volcanic dust in the wind has spread to half the earth, from
Chinese came to South Africa. Explosion occurred during 1 week and
throw dust at 10 km above sea level.
This incident caused mass death and the extinction of some species also followed. According to some DNA evidence,
This eruption also reduced the number of people to about 60% of
Earth's human population at that time which is about 60 million people.
The eruption was also contributed to the occurrence of ice ages, although the
Experts still argue about it.
After the eruption, the caldera formed which is then filled with water and became what is now known as Lake Toba. Pressure upward by magma that has not come out cause the emergence of Samosir Island.
There is also the history of lake Toba, according to legend society
It is said the lake is derived from the curse of god.
In a village in Sumatra, there lived a farmer. He was a farmer who diligently worked the farm, although not extensive. He could meet his needs from his work is tireless. Actually he was already enough to get married, but he still chose to live alone. On a bright morning, the farmer on the river fishing. "Hopefully today I got a big fish," the farmer murmured to himself. Some time after kailnya cast, kailnya seen wobbling. He immediately pulled kailnya. The farmer was cheered with joy after getting a big enough fish.
He was amazed at the beautiful colors of fish scales. Fish scales yellow gold reddish. Both round and protruding eyes flashing stunning. "Wait, I do not eat! I would be willing to accompany you if you do not eat me. "Farmers are surprised to hear the voice of the fish. Because the shock, the fish they catch fell to the ground. Then do not how long, the fish was transformed into a beautiful girl. "Bermimpikah me?," Muttered the farmer.
"Do not worry sir, I am also human being like you. I am deeply indebted to you for having saved me from the curse of the Gods, "the girl said. "My name is Princess, I do not mind to be your wife," said the girl seemed urgent. Farmers and even then nodded. They then become as husband and wife. However, there is one promise that has been agreed, that they should not be told that the origin of daughter of a fish. If the promise was breached there will be a tremendous disaster.
After reaching the village, the villagers stirred see beautiful girls with farmers. "She may be an angel who fell from the sky," they muttered. Farmers feel very happy and peaceful. As a good husband, he continued to work to earn a living by cultivating the fields and fields with a diligent and tenacious. Due diligence and tenacity, the farmer living without flaws in his life. Many people are jealous, and th
ey spread the ugly suspicion that could topple the success of farmers. "I know the farmer must keep evil spirits! "Someone said to her friend. It reached the ears of farmers and Puteri. But they do not feel offended, even more diligent work.A year later, the farmer and his wife happiness increases, because the farmer's wife gave birth to a baby boy. He was given the name of the Son. Their happiness does not make them forget themselves. Son grow into a child who is healthy and strong. He became a good girl but a bit naughty. He has a habit of making surprise his parents, that is always feeling hungry. Foods that should be eaten three of them can be eaten alone.
Over time, the Son always annoy his father. If asked to help parents work, he always refused. The farmer's wife always reminds farmers to be patient over their child's tantrum. "Yes, I will be patient, however he was our son!" Said the farmer to his wife. "Thankfully, Kanda thought that way. Kanda was a good husband and father, "said daughter to her husband.
Indeed, they say, patience has limits. This is experienced by the farmer. One day, Son got the assignment to deliver food and drinks to the field where his father was working. But the Son does not fulfill his duty. Farmers wait for the arrival of her son, while holding thirsty and hungry. He went straight home. In saw the Son was playing ball. Farmers became angry as he tweaked his ear. "Children do not know diuntung! Do not know myself! Basic fry!, "The Farmers vituperation without being aware of the restrictions say.
After the farmers say the words, immediately lost his wife and children disappeared. Without a trace and trail. Of the former stamping his feet, suddenly menyemburlah water very swift and the rapids. Farmer Village and surrounding villages submerged all. The water overflow is very high and wide so as to form a lake. And eventually form a lake. The lake was eventually known as the Lake Toba. Meanwhile, a small island in the middle known as the island of Samosir.