Tag Archives: Samosir

Story and History of the Sigale-gale Statue from Samosir Island  

Samosir Island in North Sumatra Province is one of the favorite destinations visited by many tourists, both domestic and foreign. Samosir is a volcanic island in the middle of Lake Toba. Not only can you enjoy the beauty of Lake Toba, if you visit Samosir Island you can also see first hand the culture and […]

The story of ancient Batak fairy tales about Lake Toba

Once upon a time in ancient times there was a young man named Toba. He is an orphan. Everyday he worked in the fields. Occasionally he looked for fish in the river which was not far from his hut. The fish they catch are usually used as side dishes and the rest is sold to […]

Why is Sigale-Gale dance famous for Batak people?

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Sigale-Gale dance is one of the traditional arts of the Batak people in Samosir, North Sumatra. Sigale-gale itself is a human-shaped doll that can be moved and danced accompanied by traditional music. Sigale-Gale dance is one of the traditional arts that is quite famous in North Sumatra, especially in the Samosir area. This dance is […]