Singkarak Lake

Singkarak is a lake located between the cities of Padang Panjang and Solok. It has an area of ??107.8 km ², about 21 km long and 7 km wide. The majestic Lake Singkarak is a huge crater lake in a spectacular volcanic landscape.

He said that this lake is the largest in Sumatra and after Lake Toba the second largest lake on the island. Here you will find a world of tranquility, breathtaking views and spectacular views. Here you can enjoy the secluded natural beauty that Indonesia is so famous for. Lake Singkarak is also famous for its fish Bilih, a fish that lives only in this lake. This fish is especially unique because it can not survive anywhere except at Singkarak Lake, not even in an aquarium.

However, a hydropower project has redirected most of the flow from the lake to the Anai River, which flows west near Padang in the Indian Ocean. This plant in Singkarak uses this water to generate electricity for the provinces of West Sumatra and Riau.

The nuance of crossing the road to the shore of the lake, the blue water strip is seen by the eyes. Especially during the sunny day and the blue sky is really beautiful. The hills and the view of the clouds in the sky will also increase the admiration.

On the shores of the lake there are several restaurants and boat rentals that surround this lake. Do not forget to try the local food on Lake Singkarak, the Bilih fish. You can eat bilih fish while looking at the blue waters of the lake. It would be a pleasant experience.

Lake Singkarak is 70 km from Padang, 20 km from Solok and 36 km from Bukittinggi. From Minangkabau International Airport, you can take a rental car or a public minibus that drives the Padang-Solok route, and then make another trip to the lake. This journey takes you through the area of ? Sitinjau Laut, famous for its sharp turns and steep gorges.