Central Tapanuli, Administrative regency in North Sumatra, Indonesia.
Central Tapanuli is an administrative regency on Sumatra's western coast in North Sumatra province, with mainland areas and offshore islands including Mursala. The territory divides into twenty districts connected by coastal and inland routes.
The regency was created through administrative division of North Sumatra province to establish local governance structures. Pandan became the administrative center and has since served as the coordination point for regional operations.
Local communities practice Batak traditions visible in daily life through crafts, ceremonies, and how families organize their homes and public gatherings. These customs shape the visual character of settlements and the way people interact in shared spaces.
Visitors can reach different districts like Sorkam, Barus, and Pandan through coastal and inland roads that connect the region. Local transportation options work best for traveling between scattered settlements and island areas.
Mursala Island features a rare natural formation where fresh water from a waterfall flows directly into the Indian Ocean. This unusual sight creates a striking visual contrast between the freshwater cascade and the surrounding saltwater.
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