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{{short description|Province of Indonesia}} | |||
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'''North Sumatra''' (Indonesian: ''Sumatera Utara'') is a province located on the island of [[Sumatra]] in [[Indonesia]]. It is bordered by the provinces of [[Aceh]] to the northwest and [[West Sumatra]] to the southeast. The capital of North Sumatra is [[Medan]], which is also the largest city in the province. | |||
North Sumatra is | |||
== History == | ==History== | ||
The history of North Sumatra is | [[File:COLLECTIE_TROPENMUSEUM_'Het_verslepen_van_de_steen_'Darodaro'_voor_de_gestorven_Saoenigeho_van_Bawamataloea_Nias_TMnr_1000095b.jpg|thumb|left|Traditional stone moving ceremony in Nias, North Sumatra]] | ||
The history of North Sumatra is rich and diverse, with influences from various cultures and empires. The region was historically part of the [[Srivijaya]] and [[Majapahit]] empires. During the colonial period, it was an important area for the [[Dutch East Indies]], particularly for its plantations. | |||
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, North Sumatra became a center for the production of [[tobacco]], [[rubber]], and [[palm oil]], which attracted many immigrants from other parts of Indonesia and abroad. | |||
== | ==Geography== | ||
North Sumatra is characterized by its diverse geography, which includes mountains, forests, and coastal areas. The province is home to [[Lake Toba]], the largest volcanic lake in the world, and the [[Barisan Mountains]], which run along the western side of the island. | |||
== | ==Demographics== | ||
The population of North Sumatra is diverse, with a mix of ethnic groups including the [[Batak]], [[Malay people|Malay]], [[Javanese people|Javanese]], and [[Chinese Indonesians]]. The Batak people are indigenous to the region and are known for their unique culture and traditions. | |||
==Culture== | |||
[[File:COLLECTIE_TROPENMUSEUM_Batakse_beeldengroep_in_situ_die_later_in_het_Deli-museum_is_terechtgekomen_TMnr_10000941.jpg|thumb|right|Batak sculpture group in North Sumatra]] | |||
The culture of North Sumatra is a blend of indigenous traditions and influences from other parts of Indonesia and the world. The Batak people, in particular, have a rich cultural heritage that includes traditional music, dance, and crafts. | |||
==Economy== | |||
The economy of North Sumatra is largely based on agriculture, with major products including palm oil, rubber, and coffee. The province also has a growing industrial sector, particularly in the capital city of Medan. | |||
==Tourism== | |||
North Sumatra is a popular tourist destination, known for its natural beauty and cultural attractions. [[Lake Toba]] is a major draw for visitors, as are the traditional Batak villages and the city of Medan. | |||
==Notable Figures== | |||
[[File:Sisingamangaraja_XII.jpg|thumb|left|Sisingamangaraja XII, a Batak king and national hero]] | |||
North Sumatra has produced several notable figures in Indonesian history, including [[Sisingamangaraja XII]], a Batak king who resisted Dutch colonial rule. | |||
==Related pages== | |||
* [[Medan]] | |||
* [[Lake Toba]] | |||
* [[Batak people]] | |||
* [[Sumatra]] | |||
[[Category:North Sumatra| ]] | |||
[[Category:Provinces of Indonesia]] | [[Category:Provinces of Indonesia]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 18:48, 23 March 2025
Province of Indonesia
Coordinates:
2°0
N°99
North Sumatra (Indonesian: Sumatera Utara) is a province located on the island of Sumatra in Indonesia. It is bordered by the provinces of Aceh to the northwest and West Sumatra to the southeast. The capital of North Sumatra is Medan, which is also the largest city in the province.
History[edit]
The history of North Sumatra is rich and diverse, with influences from various cultures and empires. The region was historically part of the Srivijaya and Majapahit empires. During the colonial period, it was an important area for the Dutch East Indies, particularly for its plantations.
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, North Sumatra became a center for the production of tobacco, rubber, and palm oil, which attracted many immigrants from other parts of Indonesia and abroad.
Geography[edit]
North Sumatra is characterized by its diverse geography, which includes mountains, forests, and coastal areas. The province is home to Lake Toba, the largest volcanic lake in the world, and the Barisan Mountains, which run along the western side of the island.
Demographics[edit]
The population of North Sumatra is diverse, with a mix of ethnic groups including the Batak, Malay, Javanese, and Chinese Indonesians. The Batak people are indigenous to the region and are known for their unique culture and traditions.
Culture[edit]
The culture of North Sumatra is a blend of indigenous traditions and influences from other parts of Indonesia and the world. The Batak people, in particular, have a rich cultural heritage that includes traditional music, dance, and crafts.
Economy[edit]
The economy of North Sumatra is largely based on agriculture, with major products including palm oil, rubber, and coffee. The province also has a growing industrial sector, particularly in the capital city of Medan.
Tourism[edit]
North Sumatra is a popular tourist destination, known for its natural beauty and cultural attractions. Lake Toba is a major draw for visitors, as are the traditional Batak villages and the city of Medan.
Notable Figures[edit]
North Sumatra has produced several notable figures in Indonesian history, including Sisingamangaraja XII, a Batak king who resisted Dutch colonial rule.
