AIR TERJUN SIPISO-PISO NORTH SUMATERA

North Sumatra is a paradise for nature tourism. Talk North Sumatra, not separated from discussing Lake Toba, Samosir Island, Niagara Two Colors, Hill Gundaling, and that is not less beautiful of all these places is Sipiso-piso. Sipiso-piso is located in the village of Tongging, Sub Brand, Karo District, of North Sumatra. The distance is about 70 km from the city of Medan. Can be reached by traveling around 3-4 hours by bus. Although quite far, but the views presented will beat your travel fatigue.

Along the way, you will be spoiled with a view of green trees that adorn the streets. When you visit this place, it is suggested that the breakfast or eat first, because you are going up and down stairs to get to Sipiso-piso. But do not worry, if you do not bring lunch, you can buy food at food stalls around the site. Sipiso-piso has a height of 100 meters, and is located at an altitude of 800 meters above sea level. No wonder the atmosphere and air around the site is very cool, with green rocks and gurgling water. Slightly different from the Niagara Two Colors, Sipiso-piso water is clearer, and feels cold. Indeed, the location is surrounded by small hills, to the absorption of water, so the water here is very clear. But if you want to drink the water here, preferably in the boil. Sipiso-piso gets its name because when seen from afar, this waterfall shaped like piso or knife.

Stories on the origin of so-called Sipiso-piso because the water droplets are pierced from an altitude of 100 meters was as sharp as knives. This waterfall is located on the shores of Lake Toba, but is rarely visited by tourists, because it is situated on the edge. Although quiet, but not infrequently also overseas travelers who took time to see the swift flow of water here. This waterfall is also the highest waterfall in Indonesia. For those of you who are nature lovers, Sipiso-piso you must visit while in North Sumatra. Its location close to the city of Medan and Berastagi, easy access to transportation here.

How to get to the location: advisable to use private vehicles from the city of Medan, because of its access point easier and faster, it only takes 2 to 3 hours.