Toba Batak Collection

Village scene, Toba Bataks, North Sumatra, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Toba Batak style cabins at Le Shangri-La resort near Ambarita on Samosir Island, Lake Toba, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Knife hilt, 17th-19th century (brass)
1070912 Knife hilt, 17th-19th century (brass) by Indonesian; 9.2x2.4x6.7 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: Made by the Toba Batak people of north Sumatra)

Female protective figure (pagar), 19th century or earlier (wood)
1071540 Female protective figure (pagar), 19th century or earlier (wood) by Toba Batak Culture (19th century); 51.4x27.9x10.2 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Batak style village houses in Buhit, a weavers village in rural Samosir Island, Lake Toba, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Ornate traditional Batak painted carvings on large Batak style Catholic church, Pangururan, Samosir Island, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Batak woman carrying skeins of yarn to the looms under her traditional Batak house, Buhit, Samosir Island, Lake Toba, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Large Batak style Catholic church with beautiful traditional Batak painted carving, Pangururan, Samosir Island, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Construction of traditional style Batak house with bamboo scaffolding, beside the volcanic Lake Toba, Samosir Island, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Stone tomb of Anting Malela Boru Sinaga, bowl on her head as a sign of her betrothal to the King, Tomuk, Samosir Island, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Detail of traditional Batak tribal painted carving with stylised buffalo horns, Huta Bolon, Simanindo, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Batak Toba village houses with high ended roof and tribal carvings, Tomuk, Samosir Island, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Batak tribal market stall selling local produce in Tomuk, Samosir Island in Lake Toba, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Batak Toba tribal rural village houses with contemporary extensions on Samosir Island in Lake Toba, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Batak Toba tribal rural village houses on Samosir Island in Lake Toba, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Evening view across Lake Toba from Batak Toba style hotel on Samosir Island, Lake Toba, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Toba Batak dancers, Samosir Island, Lake Toba, North Sumatra, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Toba Batak ceremony, Sumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

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Discover the enchanting village scene of Toba Batak, nestled in the heart of Sumatra's Samosir Island. At Le Shangri-La resort near Lake Toba, you'll find yourself surrounded by picturesque Toba Batak-style cabins, each exuding a unique charm. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage as you admire historical artifacts like the 17th-19th century brass knife hilt and the 19th-century wooden female protective figure known as "pagar. " These treasures offer a glimpse into the intricate craftsmanship and artistic prowess of the Batak people. As you explore further, you'll encounter traditional Batak village houses in Buhit, a weavers' haven where skilled artisans create beautiful textiles. Witness a Batak woman gracefully carrying skeins of yarn to her looms under her ancestral house—a testament to their enduring traditions. Marvel at ornate traditional carvings adorning the grand Catholic church in Pangururan. The intricate details showcase vibrant Batak motifs that tell stories passed down through generations. This fusion of indigenous artistry with religious architecture is truly awe-inspiring. Witness firsthand how these magnificent structures come to life during construction—the bamboo scaffolding serving as an integral part of building traditional-style Batak houses against the backdrop of volcanic Lake Toba. It's a testament to their resourcefulness and harmonious relationship with nature. Delve deeper into history at Tomuk, where Anting Malela Boru Sinaga rests eternally beneath her stone tomb adorned with a bowl on her head—an emblematic symbol representing her betrothal to royalty. Such customs reflect not only love but also honor within this ancient society. Finally, take note of every detail on display—traditional tribal painted carvings featuring stylized buffalo horns found in Huta Bolon, Simanindo. Each stroke tells its own story while paying homage to their sacred animal companions.