RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta - A variety of handicrafts, woven fabrics, and traditional cuisine can be chosen as souvenirs for tourists visiting the Lake Toba area. These products are available at several souvenir centers, traditional markets, and craft galleries in North Sumatra.

As quoted by the official Wonderful Indonesia website, here are some locations that can be visited to get typical souvenirs from Lake Toba:

1. Tomok Souvenir Market, Samosir

Tomok Souvenir Market has become one of the main destinations for tourists looking to buy Ulos cloth, handicrafts, ethnic accessories, and various typical Batak souvenirs. It is located on Samosir Island and is known as a comprehensive souvenir center.

2. Huta Siallagan, Ambarita

In addition to being a famous historical tourist destination with the Batu Persidangan site, the Huta Siallagan area also has a row of stalls selling gorga wood carvings, ethnic accessories, and various Batak handicrafts.

3. Balige Market, Toba Regency

Pasar Balige is a traditional market that offers a variety of local products, ranging from typical foods like tipa-tipa to handicrafts made by the local community. Buildings with Batak architectural style also add to the attraction of this area.

4. Souvenir Shops in Parapat

As the gateway to the Lake Toba area, Parapat has many souvenir shops that offer various typical North Sumatra products, such as Sihobuk peanuts, Sidikalang coffee, Ulos cloth, and various souvenirs.

5. Galeri Kriya Inovasi, Medan

For tourists with limited time to visit the Lake Toba area, the Galeri Kriya Inovasi in Medan City becomes an alternative to obtain various Batak handicraft products, including Ulos weaving and craft works by local artisans.

6. Central Market Medan

Medan Central Market has become one of the trading centers that offers Ulos cloth, Batak-patterned textiles, and various handicraft products with a wide selection. This location often becomes a destination for tourists and traders looking for souvenirs in large quantities.

These various locations offer souvenir options that not only serve as gifts but also reflect the cultural richness and creativity of the Batak people in the Lake Toba region and North Sumatra.