Natural sites and historic monuments of Sumatra and its islands, including national parks, volcanic lakes, tropical forests, beaches, temples, and palaces. This region is home to the largest volcanic lake in the world, orangutans, coral reefs, and architecture combining Malay, colonial, and Islamic styles. The surrounding islands feature white sand beaches, diving sites, and traditional villages.
Padang, Indonesia
Cultural institution exhibiting traditional and archaeological objects from the West Sumatra region. The building represents Minangkabau architecture.
Pulau Weh, Indonesia
This small island features white sand beaches and coral reefs inhabited by tropical fish. Visitors engage in diving here.
Belitung, Indonesia
This tropical island bordered by white sand beaches is located in the Indian Ocean, offering shallow waters ideal for swimming.
Sumatra, Indonesia
Archipelago of 99 coral islands in the Indian Ocean, with white sand beaches. The marine areas offer favorable conditions for diving.
Aceh, Indonesia
This four-kilometer sandy beach stretches along the western coast of Sumatra. Regular waves make it a place for surfing and water sports.
Batusangkar, Indonesia
This replica of the Minangkabau royal palace destroyed by fire features traditional multi-level architecture with pointed roofs.
Jambi, Indonesia
Highest volcano in Sumatra at 3800 meters, with 67 recorded eruptions since 1838. Its slopes are covered by tropical forest within the Kerinci Seblat National Park.
North Sumatra, Indonesia
Largest volcanic lake in the world, located in a caldera formed by an eruption 74,000 years ago. Its area equals that of Singapore.
Medan, Indonesia
Royal residence built in 1888 blending Malay, Islamic, and European architecture, decorated with historical items.
North Sumatra, Indonesia
120-meter high waterfall emerging from the underground river of the Karo plateau and flowing into Lake Toba. A staircase leads to the viewing point near the basin.
North Sumatra, Indonesia
Natural reserve of 9500 km² housing orangutans, elephants, and Sumatran rhinoceroses in a mountainous tropical rainforest.
North Sumatra, Indonesia
Volcanic island north of Sumatra offering diving sites with coral reefs and black sand beaches.
Banda Aceh, Indonesia
Documentation and educational center displaying photographs, artifacts, and testimonials related to the 2004 natural disaster in Southeast Asia.
Sumatra, Indonesia
Protected area of 14,000 km² comprising tropical forest. The park harbors Sumatran tigers and orangutans.
Banda Aceh, Indonesia
Main monument of Banda Aceh with five black domes and four minarets, built in 1879 during the Dutch colonial period.
Sumatra, Indonesia
Group of 70 islands west of Sumatra with a tropical forest and Siberut National Park where endemic monkeys live.
North Sumatra, Indonesia
Orangutan rehabilitation center located in a tropical forest on the edge of Gunung Leuser National Park.
North Sumatra, Indonesia
Active volcano at 2,212 meters offering three marked hiking trails starting from the town of Berastagi. Fumaroles are visible at the summit.
Belitung, Indonesia
This island hosts a colonial lighthouse from 1882 rising to 50 meters in height and still guiding ships.
Medan, Indonesia
This residence built in 1895 by a Chinese merchant blends European, Chinese, and Malay architectural styles over two floors.
Palembang, Indonesia
Red painted metal structure of 1177 meters linking both banks of the Musi River, constructed in 1965 in central Palembang.
Pulau Weh, Indonesia
White sand strip lined with palm trees offering clear waters for observing colorful fish and coral reefs.
Lampung, Indonesia
Island territory of 1020 hectares surrounded by turquoise waters with beaches, mangroves, and diving areas to observe marine fauna.
North Sumatra, Indonesia
Observation building installed at height allowing views of Lake Toba and Tongging settlements below.
North Sumatra, Indonesia
Fishing community established on the shores of Lake Toba, where locals prepare grilled fish using local methods.
Bukittinggi, Indonesia
Military fortification built during the Dutch colonial period on a promontory overlooking Bukittinggi city.
Sumatra, Indonesia
Mountain range stretching 1700 kilometers along Sumatra island. It includes 35 active volcanoes forming a natural barrier between the coasts.
Bukittinggi, Indonesia
Geological formation characterized by 100-meter vertical rock walls, located near Bukittinggi.
Padang, Indonesia
156 meter steel structure built in 1973 connecting Padang city center to Seberang district. Passes over the Batang Arau River.
Medan, Indonesia
This mosque built in 1906 features a black octagonal dome and minarets adorned with geometric patterns. It hosts daily prayers for worshippers.
West Sumatra, Indonesia
Body of water in a volcanic crater at 450 meters altitude. Mountain slopes rise over 1000 meters around the lake.
West Central Sumatra, Indonesia
Largest tectonic lake in central Sumatra, between two mountain ranges. Waters have powered a hydroelectric plant since 1998.
West Sumatra, Indonesia
Mountain town at an altitude of 930 meters, historical capital of the Minangkabau people. Commercial and administrative center founded by the Dutch in 1825.
West Sumatra, Indonesia
Commercial port with Dutch and Chinese colonial architecture from the 19th century, starting point to visit traditional Minangkabau villages.
Belitung, Indonesia
A stretch of white sand bordered by granite rock formations, located on the northern part of Belitung Island advancing into the Java Sea.
Medan, Indonesia
Catholic religious building constructed in 2005 combining Indian and Mughal religious architecture, featuring three towers and colorful facade motifs.
Berastagi, Indonesia
This amusement park offers roller coasters, a Ferris wheel, children's rides, and outdoor entertainment shows.
Bukittinggi, Indonesia
This tower built in 1926 stands 26 meters tall with a clock visible on all four sides. It marks the historic center of the city.
West Sumatra, Indonesia
An island accessible by boat from Bungus port with white sandy beach edged by coconut trees and turquoise waters.