Parapat
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| Country | Indonesia |
| Province | North Sumatra |
| Regency | Simalungun Regency |
| District | Girsang Sipangan Bolon |
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Parapat is a small town and port in North Sumatra province on the edge of Lake Toba, on the Uluan Peninsula where it forms the closest point to Samosir Island.[2] It is the primary transit point by ferry for visitors going across the lake to Samosir Island. The town had a population of 11,285 as at mid 2023 (comprising the two kelurahan of Parapat and Tigaraja).[1] Administratively it is part of Girsang Sipangan Bolon District within Simalungun Regency.
Administrative Districts
Parapat consists of the following villages:
- Bangun Dolok
- Buntu Pasir
- Parapat
Port
In Parapat, Ajibata ferry port provides transportation to Samosir Island; it is the most direct route from Medan and the east.
Parapat is very famous for the beauty of Lake Toba. This town is a famous tourist attraction in North Sumatra. In fact, in the 1990s it became a favorite destination for foreign tourists. However, in 1997, there was a financial crisis that made some tourists reluctant to travel to this place. However, the Parapat community and the government are striving to advance Parapat's tourism industry.
Transportation
Sisingamangaraja XII International Airport is located about 47 mi (76 km) distance from Parapat town. It is also connected via Trans-Sumatran Highway to Pematang Siantar by a 48 km road.
Places of interest
- Batu Gantung (Hanging Stone)
- Sukarno's house when in exile
- Parapat Ferry Harbour
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References
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- ^ a b Badan Pusat Statistik, Jakarta, 28 February 2024, Kecamatan Girsang Sipangan Bolon Dalam Angka 2024 (Katalog-BPS 1102001.1209050)
- ^ Page Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css has no content.Darman, Herman; Sidi, F. Hasan (2000). An Outline of the Geology of Indonesia. Jakarta: Lereng Nusantara. p. 175. ISBN 978-979-8126-04-8.
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