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.
More about Singkarak
Info about Singkarak, Provinsi Sumatera Barat (Indonesia)
Singkarak region is Provinsi Sumatera Barat, Provinsi Sumatera Barat, with country Indonesia (ID).
Other names for Singkarak are Singkarah, Singkarak, latitude is -0.6908900, and its longitude 100.6033500.
In Singkarak are settled 5.131.882 folks, this location timezone is Asia/Jakarta (Asia/Jakarta_cet).
In Singkarak you can go for desert over Indonesia.
More details about Singkarak in Indonesia (ID)
In Singkarak there are 5.131.882 folks, related to 2014 census. It's postal code is 25xxx, 27xxx, this is why if you want to send anything via post on your tripyou can use this postal code as per description.
Its area is 42012 km2 so its a relatively big city, busy with a lot of distractions and activities to do. If you stay in this city you may find expensive accommodations due to its very high room costs, so for this reason you could find Singkarak like your basecamp to relax after going around this city.
Its meters above sea level, specifically meters above mean sea level (MAMSL), is around 1250 meters. That's why it is the perfect destination if you like tall areas to go to for your next holiday and want to do trekking if relaxing in a new country.
Near Singkarak you can find very friendly places like North Sumatra, Bengkulu, Riau, Jambi. As those cities are near Singkarak you and your companions can easily go to those close travel destinations for new adventures in Indonesia.
You can find lakes, rivers and sea very near to Singkarak. Water like Indian Ocean must be seen when you and your friends are interested in destinations where you can find water.
For more data about Singkarak please visit Singkarak official webpage http://www.sumbarprov.go.id .
Interactive Singkarak (Indonesia) Map and attractions
Interactive map of Singkarak, Provinsi Sumatera Barat Provinsi Sumatera Barat Indonesia (ID).
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