A Toba view so iconic it made it onto the cover of our North Sumatra Travel Guide and Itinerary Planner! But honestly, whip out your phone or camera anywhere on Samosir Island and you’re going to get a shot that captures the insane beauty of Lake Toba - whether it’s a rice field, a lake view, the smile of a local shopkeeper, or a dog taking a nap in the afternoon sun. . Want to know more about this incredible part of the world? Check out our 5-star rated ebook at www.exploring.sumatra.com (or vi

On December 26, 2004, Thailand was hit by a devastating tsunami caused by a massive 9.1–9.3 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia. The quake triggered powerful waves that struck Thailand’s western coastline, including Phuket and Khao Lak. Thousands of lives were lost, and coastal communities were destroyed. Over 230,000 people across affected countries died, with Thailand suffering significant casualties and damage in one of the deadliest disasters ever recorded. | History In