Visit South Sumatra
The South Sumatra province of Indonesia is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Located in the southwestern part of the country, it borders the provinces of West Sumatra, Jambi and Bengkulu, as well as the Indian Ocean. Known for its lush tropical forests, beautiful beaches and breathtaking volcanoes, South Sumatra offers visitors plenty to explore and experience.
Must-see attractions include Lake Toba - an immense volcanic crater lake located in North Sumatra - and Inderalaya Rock - a breathtaking cliff formation standing 2700 feet above sea level. Both offer stunning natural scenery that can be enjoyed from lakeside viewpoints or by taking boat rides on Lake Toba's glassy waters.
History buffs will appreciate Palembang - the capital city of South Sumatra - which was once an important trading port during early colonial times. In addition to its remnants of Dutch architecture from this era such as Fort Marlborough, it's home to several ancient Buddhist temples including Kedukan Bukit Temple Complex dating back to 5th century AD.
Must-see attractions include Lake Toba - an immense volcanic crater lake located in North Sumatra - and Inderalaya Rock - a breathtaking cliff formation standing 2700 feet above sea level. Both offer stunning natural scenery that can be enjoyed from lakeside viewpoints or by taking boat rides on Lake Toba's glassy waters.
History buffs will appreciate Palembang - the capital city of South Sumatra - which was once an important trading port during early colonial times. In addition to its remnants of Dutch architecture from this era such as Fort Marlborough, it's home to several ancient Buddhist temples including Kedukan Bukit Temple Complex dating back to 5th century AD.
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Pagar Alam, Lubuklinggau, Baturaja, Kota Pagar Alam, Kota Prabumulih, Prabumulih, Palembang, Kabupaten Musi Rawas, Lahat, Tanjungagung, Kabupaten Ogan Komering Ulu, Kabupaten Empat Lawang, Pageralam