Singkarak
Indonesia · Provinsi Sumatera BaratID
Lake in West Sumatra, Indonesia
Lake Singkarak is a lake in West Sumatra, Indonesia. It is located between the regencies of Tanah Datar and Solok Regency. It has an area of 107.8 km2, being approximately 21 km long and 7 km wide. The natural outlet for excess water is the Ombilin River which flows eastward to the Strait of Malacca. A hydroelectric project, however, has diverted most of the lake outflow to the Anai River which flows westward into the Indian Ocean near Padang. This Singkarak power station uses this water to generate power for the West Sumatra and Riau provinces. A species of fish called ikan bilih is endemic to the lake and is harvested for human consumption. A railway line, which connects Padang and Sawahlunto-Sijunjung, skirts the length of the lake on the eastern side.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- -0.691, 100.603
- Timezone
- Asia/Jakarta
- Elevation
- 362 m
Overview of Singkarak
Set in Provinsi Sumatera Barat, Indonesia, Singkarak is a destination. The local offer centres on nature. Seasons here follow the southern hemisphere.
Things to do in Singkarak
Nature in Singkarak
(1)The nature shortlist for Singkarak: Desert. It is a direct read of Singkarak's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Getting there & around
Singkarak rewards a slow approach — a hub in Provinsi Sumatera Barat, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Asia/Jakarta on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Singkarak that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Singkarak known for?
- Travellers associate Singkarak with nature. It sits in Provinsi Sumatera Barat, Indonesia.
- What can you do in Singkarak?
- Singkarak is tagged with Desert, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- Where is Singkarak located?
- Singkarak belongs to Provinsi Sumatera Barat, Indonesia, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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