COMMENTARIES

DISUSUN OLEH:

ELIZA MUKTI MANURUNG

MUP III/I-B

POLITEKNIK PARIWISATA MEDAN

T.A 2019/2020
OPENNING
Good morning, Ladies and Gentleman. Welcome to Indonesia, especially in Medan, Medan is
the capital city of North Sumatera. It’s really amazing to me because I can accompany beautiful
and handsome guests today. (smile) Before we start our tour today, I want to ask you, “How are
you today, Ladies and Gentleman?” (wait the answer) “How about your flight yesterday?” (wait
the answer) Thank you. Well, Ladies and Gentleman. Now we can start our tour today, I hope
you have fun and enjoy our tour today.

INTRODUCING
Well, let me introduce myself. My name is Eliza Mukti Manurung. You can call me “Miss Eliza”
and I’m your tour guide today. I’m from” SOMBA TOUR AND TRAVEL”. And let me
introduce our driver, his name is Mr. Sunaryo. Would you like to say “Hello” to Mr. Sunaryo,?
(wait for answer) Thank you.

For answer) Thank you.

Now I will tell you about our bus facilities. Our bus has many facilities, there are such as:

5. 35 Reclining Seats, that you can set up and down.

2. Type Recorder.

3. Microphone.

4. Waste baskets.

5. Air conditioner.

Because we have air conditioner in our bus, I hope your corporation to don’t smoke in our bus as
long as our journey. Thank you.
EXPLAINNING DESTINATION
Our destination for today is visiting …(Tourism Object)… and the located in …(Address Of
Tourism Objects)… It takes …(duration)… from our hotel and (Tourism Object) is one of
interesting tourism object in Medan. (Tell to guests a little about destination)

PRECAUTION
Well, Ladies and gentlemen I want to inform you, don’t foget to bring your documents such as
passport and other important documents, if you want go outside the hotel.

Don’t get drunk in public area, it more enjoy if you get drunk at the bar in our hotel.

It’s better you come out in modest clothes.

And I suggest you to use online public transportation or taxi, and much better if you go with your
friends, so you don’t get bored.
GENERAL INFORMATION OF INDONESIA

Well, ladies and gentlement. Now I will tell you general information about Indonesia.

Indonesia devided 2 words, “Indos” and “Nesos”. Indos means Indian and Nesos means Island.
So the meaning of Indonesia is Indian Island. Indonesia is Republic Country, so Indonesia lead
by president and vice president. At present, the president of Indonesia is Mr. Joko Widodo and
the vice president is Mr. Jusuf Kala. Indonesia devided 34 provinces. Indonesia has 5 largests
island, there are Sumatera Island, Java Island, Borneo Island, Celebes Island, and Papua Island.
The flag of Indonesia is known as “Sang Saka Merah Putih” and the colors are red and white.
Red means brave and white means holy. The designer of Indonesia’s flag is Mrs. Fatmawati, she
is the first president’s wife. The first president of Indonesia is Mr. Soekarno.

Indonesia’s anthem is “Indonesia Raya” and compossed by Mr. Wage Rudolf Supratman.
Indonesia has 1 motto, “Bhinneka Tunggal Ika”, it means “Unity in Diversity”. The
Independence Day of Indonesia is on August 17th, 1945. The currency is Rupiah. The currency
of Indonesia is Rupiah. Kinds of currency in Indonesia, such as :

1. Rp 100.000,- : the colors are red and white

2. Rp 50.000,- : the colors are blue and white.

3. Rp 20.000,- : the colors are green and white.

4. Rp 10.000,- : the colors are purple and white

5. Rp 5.000,- : the colors are orange and white.

6. Rp 2.000,- : the colors are grey and white.

7. Rp 1.000,- : the colors are blue and white.

If you want to change your money, you can go to Money Changer, for example Duta Valas
Money Changer in Brigjen Katamso Street.Indonesia has 6 religions, such as Moeslem,
Christian, Catholic, Hinduism, Buddhist, and Konghuchu. The most religion in Indonesia is
Moeslem and the new religion in Indonesia is Konghuchu. Indonesia has many kinds of etnics,
such as Acehnese, Bataknese, Betawinese, Sundanese, Javanese, Minangnese, Asmatnese and
Torajanese. In Indonesia you can see many tourism objects, such as Raja Ampat, Bali Beach,
Lake Toba, and Komodo Island.

TIME ZONE
In Indonesia, there are many kinds of timezones, such as :

1. Western Indonesia Time, it’s 7 hours from GMT.

2. Middle Indonesia Time, it’s 8 hours from GMT.

2. Eastern Indonesia Time, it’s 9 hours from GMT.

So ladies and gentlemen i invite you to set up your watch, now ….. a.m. Have all set
the time?
 GENERAL INFORMATION OF NORTH SUMATERA

Well, Ladies and gentlement. Now I will tell you general information about North Sumatera.

North Sumatra lead by governor,Mr. Edi Rahmayadi

North Sumatra lies at latitude l°N - 4°N, longitude 98°E - 100°E, and borders on the special
region of Aceh on the north, the province of West Sumatra and Riau on the south, the Malacca
straits on the east, and the Indian Ocean on the west. The total land area of North Sumatra covers
an area of 71,680 sq km, with 10,256,027 inhabitants.

The province of North Sumatra is comprised of 11 regencies, 7 municipalities, and 3

administrative cities. The capital is Medan. It is the western gate of the Indonesian archipelago. It
faces the Malaysian Peninsula, and is separated by the Malacca straits. Medan has developed a
lot in the last several years. It also has a lot of historical remains which show how the tradisional
life styles were maintained by previous generations.
The province of North Sumatra is rich in flora and fauna. The main exports are rubber, tea, palm
oil, cocoa, coffee, and tobacco. The fame of Deli tobacco makes North Sumatra well-known in
the world. Deli tobacco has been available ever since the Dutch colonial era. It is still exported to
Europe and other countries. Some other crops which are also grown are tobacco, rubber, tea,
coffee, cocoa, and coconut. North Sumatra is also famous for its many different kinds of
delicious fruits; i.e., salak, rambutan, mangoes, mangosteens, langsat, durian, markisah, oranges,
and watermelons.

North Sumatra is an exciting place to visit, especially, for those who really enjoy staying in
villages. North Sumatra is predominantly covered by large forests, hilly areas, volcanoes, and
some coastal areas with beautiful white sand. There are many tribes, different cultures, and
languages, and as a result, there are many different kinds of interesting arts and crafts that can be
found throughout the area.

Tourists can get to North Sumatra from various places. The best choices are to take a ferry from
Penang to harbor of Belawan or to arrive by plane, getting off at Kuala Namu airport in Medan.
The transportation systems are quite good in both the cities and rural areas. It is suggested that
tourists who would like to go to North Sumatra take transportation from Aceh, all the way to
Jakarta going through Riau or West Sumatra. Moreover, the highways have recently been
recently been repaired and you can board luxury buses which are air conditioned so you can
enjoy your trip.

North Sumatera is one of 33 provinces in Indonesia. The capital city of North Sumatera is
Medan. The governor of North Sumatera is Mr. Edy Rahmayadi. The mayority etnics in North
Sumatera are Malaynese and Bataknese. In North Sumatera you can find “Naniura” and “Arsik”
as traditional food and “Tuak” as traditional beverage. You can find Tuak in “Lapo Tuak” and
the price is about Rp 3.000,-/glass.
NANIURA

ARSIK

TUAK
In North Sumatra you can find “ulos” Ulos is the traditional cloth of the Batak people of North
Sumatra. Different kinds of ulos have different ceremonial significance. The ulos is normally
worn draped over the shoulder or shoulders, or in weddings to ceremonially bind the bride and
groom together. Ulos are traditionally hand woven and in the case of higher-quality examples are
significant family heirlooms, to be worn at important events, such as funerals and weddings.

The airport of North Sumatera is Kuala Namu Airport. The seaport of North Sumatera is
Belawan Seaport.

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Geography and Population
The province of North Sumatra stretches across the island of Sumatra between the Indian
Ocean and the Strait Malacca. It borders Aceh province on the northwest and Riau and West
Sumatra provinces in the southeast. It has an area of 70,787 km². The province contains a broad,
low plain along the Strait of Malacca on which the provincial capital, Medan, is located. In the
south and west, the land rises to the mountain range that runs the length of Sumatra; the
mountains here are dominated by Lake Toba, formed from the caldera of an ancient volcano.
Several large islands in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Sumatra are part of North Sumatra,
most notably Nias, and the Batu Islands.

North Sumatra recorded a population of 11.48 million in the 2000 national census.
An Intercensal estimate for 2007 shows a population of 12,834,371, m2010 census recorded
12,985,075 people, a sex ratio of 99.59 men per 100 women.

Agriculture and Economy

Sumatra Mandheling and Sumatra Lintong coffee beans are grown in North Sumatra and largely
exported to the United States. Mandheling is named after the similarly spelt Mandailing people
located in North Sumatra, Indonesia. The name is the result of a misunderstanding by the first
foreign purchaser of the variety, and no coffee is actually produced in the "Mandailing region".
Lintong on the other hand, is named after the Lintong district, also located in North Sumatra.

GRETTING
Since we are in North Sumatera, especially in Medan, if you meet someone, you can say,
“Horas”. Horas in English, it means “Welcome”. In North Sumatera, we can find many kinds of
greetings, there are :

1. Horas from Batak Toba

3. Mejuah-juah from Batak Karo

3. Njuah-juah from Batak Simalungun.

4. Ahoy from Malay

 5. Yahobu from Nias.

Because we are in North Sumatera, especially in Medan, I would like to invite you to say
“Horas”, for 3 times and rise your hand with your full spirit, like this “Horas, Horas, Horas”. 1,
2, 3 “Horas, Horas, Horas”

GENERAL INFORMATION OF MEDAN

Well , Ladies and gentlement. Now I will tell you information about Medan.

Medan is a metropolitan city. Medan is the third biggest city in Indonesia after Jakarta and
Surabaya. Medan is the center of trade, commerce industry, and entertainment. Medan started as
a village that called “Kampong Medan”, in English it means “Medan Village”. Kampong Medan
was founded by Guru Patimpus around July 1st, 1590. Medan famous with Bika Ambon, the
price is about Rp 30.000,-/box.

In Medan, we can find many kinds of transportation, such as Angkot, Bus, Taxi, and Padycap.
Padycap devided 2 kinds, they are Traditional Padycap and Modern Padycap. The Modern
Padycap uses machine but Traditional Padycap does not. If you want to stop the Angkot, you can
slack your hand, like this …(practice it)… and if you want to go down, you can say “Pinggir
Bang”, in English it means “Stop, Sir”.
TOURISM ATRACTION
In North Sumatera, you can find many tourism objects, such as Lake Toba, Military Museum,
Bukit Lawang, Berastagi, Sipiso-piso Water fall, Medan Zoo, Pekan Raya Sumatra Utara, etc.

LAKE TOBA

Lake Toba is a volcanic lake with a length of 100 kilometers and 30 kilometers wide,
located in North Sumatra Province, Indonesia, which occurs when there is an explosion of the
volcano at 69000-77000 years ago, in the estimate as well as one of the largest
volcanicexplosions in the world. This lake is the largest lake in Indonesia and Southeast Asia. In
the middle of this lake there is a volcanic island called the island. Lake Toba has long been an
important tourist destination in North Sumatra, in addition to Bukit Lawang and Nias, attract
domestic and foreign tourists.

MILITARY MUSEUM

This Military Museum was opened in year 1971. This Museum is one of the interesting
place to be visited that was kept the historical things from army and citizens in North Sumatera
such as Gun, Medicines, and Army’s clothed that was used in Indonesia independence’s war
against the revolt in year 1958. Visiting this Museum can imagine how is the strength of our
heroes in the past. This Museum was located at Zainul Arifin street.
BUKIT LAWANG

Bukit Lawang is a small tourist village at the bank of Bahorok River in North Sumatra
province of Indonesia. Situated approximately 86 km north-west of Medan, Bukit Lawang is
known for the largest animal sanctuary of Sumatran orangutan (around 5,000 orangutans occupy
the area), and also the main access point to the Gunung Leuser National Park from the east side.

Bukit Lawang rehabilitation center for orangutans was founded in 1973. The main purpose is to
preserve the decreasing number of orangutan population due to hunting, trading and
deforestation.

BERASTAGI

Berastagi (In English it means “RiceStore") is a town and subdistrict of Karo Regency
situated on crossroads on the main route linking the Karo highlands of Northern Sumatra to the
coastal city of Medan.
The main economic activities in Berastagi, centre on the colourful fruit and vegetable market and
on tourism. Berastagi is famous for its passion fruit. The main attractions of the town are the two
active volcanoes; Gunung Sibayak with its hot springs, and Gunung Sinabung.

The town is also a stop on the way to Lake Toba. The dominant ethnic and linguisitic group is
Batak Karo. Berastagi is 11 km from the Regency government in Kabanjahe.

SIPISO-PISO WATERFALL

The Sipisopiso is a waterfall in the Batak highlands of Sumatra. It is formed by a small

underground river of the Karo plateau that hurls itself from a cave in the side of the lake Toba
caldera some 120 meters (360 feet) down to lake level. This fact earns it the title for the highest
waterfall in Indonesia. Sipisopiso is a well-known tourist attraction and a nearby vantage point
offers great vistas of the fall and the lake.

Sipisopiso waterfall is located in the Tanah Karo regency, at the northernmost tip of the Lake
Toba caldera, near the fishing village of Tongging. The closest municipality, about 25 kilometers
away, is the town of Kabanjahe.
PEKAN RAYA SUMATERA UTARA

Pekan Raya Sumatera Utara (Great Market North Sumatera) was located in Gatot Subroto
Street around 7 km from the center of city, exactly in Tapian Daya Building as the Culture,
Industry and Business Promotion Completion. It is opened on April and September everyyear.
Different traditional dancing and culture exhibition are always showed at this exhibition opening
events.

RAHMAT GALLERY
 “Rahmat” International Wildlife Museum & Gallery” is one of the gallery in Asia that
have less more than 850 animal’s collection from different countries, have been entered Record
Book and Receive International Appreciation in Conservation part for preventing wild animal’s
exist in this world. In this gallery have different wild animal’s collection from the smallest till
the largest based on their adaptation.

PAJAK IKAN LAMA

Pajak Ikan Lama, Originally was market for trading fish. It was used by fishman who
came from Belawan. With Tongkang Boat across the Deli River. Along with the decreasing
capacity of the Deli River to uphold the fish boat. Pajak Ikan Lama present day has evolued to
become. The center of clothing market with reasonable price without a doubt, one of the most
visited tourism object. Coming to this traditional market.

POST OFFICE
 These buildings form a fascinating history, completed in 1911 by architect SNUYF,
Director General Bureau of the Netherlands to Indonesia at the time. This building is the major
work SNUYF. Post Office is located directly in front of the Dharma Deli Hotel. Currently the
Central Post Office in North Sumatera.

NIAS ISLAND

Nias is an internationally renown surfing destination. The best known surfing area is
Sorake Bay, close to the town of Teluk Dalam, on the southern tip. Enclosed by the beaches of
Lagundri and Sorake, the bay has both left and right-hand breaks. As they wait for waves, surfers
can often see sea turtles swimming below. Nias best known for its remarkable diversity of
festivals and celebration. The most well known event is Stone Jumping, a manhood ritual that
sees young men leaping over two meter stone towers to their fate.

SIOMBAK INDAH LAKE

 Lake of Siombak Indah was located in Rengas District, Medan Marelan. This lake was a
beautiful non-nature lake, with the 40 hectares wide 15 km distance from center of city. This lake
was always used for Kano Festival and Traditional ship as the place recreation.

TANGKAHAN

Tangkahan, as an eco tourism area was established in 2001. Previously the area was
logged and poachers hunted the animals. However, the local people have transformed the region,
by stopping the logging and forming forest rangers group to patrol for the illegal activities. Now,
Tangkahan is defended by two rangers patrol. This area can be reached in 3,5 hours by bus from
Stabat, the capital city of Langkat regency and 6 hours from Medan.

MAIMOON PALACE

Maimoon Palace was built in 1888 by Sultan Maimun Al Rasyid and the architect was
captain Th. Van Erop who worked for the KNIL army. The design reflects the traditional Malay
and Moeslem Indian styles. It consists of a main building with two wings. The main building has
two floors, 82 stone ports and 43 massive wooden marts. The palace as a whole covered 2.772
square meters.
MASJID RAYA AL-MASHUN

Masjid Raya (Grand Mosque) is part of the legacy left by the Deli Sultan. This mosque is
still used for prayers today. Some ornaments and materials were brought from Italy. This is the
biggest and the most beautiful mosque in North Sumatera. It was built in 1906 and located about
200 meters from Maimoon Palace. The architecture is of Moorish style.

TJONG A FIE MANSION

Tjong A Fie Mansion is an ancient fantastic Chinese style building contructed in 1900. It
is located on Jalan Jend. Ahmad Yani, Kesawan. Tjong A Fie is the first millionaire in Sumatera,
whose names is very famous until now though he died in 1921. His success is due to his effort in
business and his good close relationship with Sultan Deli as well as the authority of the Dutch
tobacco estate. Until now, the mansion is still occupied by the family of Tjong A Fie.
TIRTANADI WATER TOWER

One of the landmark of Medan is the water tower of Medan which is now owned by the
Water company. When we come into this city from south through Jl. Sisingamangaraja, we will
be welcomed by the top of Tirtanadi tower which used to supply water to the city of Medan. It is
located almost in the city center.

MUSEUM OF NORTH SUMATERA

The Museum of North Sumatera was built in 1945 and inaugurated in 1982 by the
Minister of Education and Culture, Daoed Yoesoef. It exhibited 6.500 stuff, mainly traditional
clothes, tools, and cultural artifacts. It is located on H.M. Joni Street, which is about 4 kilometers
to the south of the city center.
IMMANUEL CHURCH

Immanuel Church is oldest church in Medan. The location is at Jl. Diponegoro,

constructed in 1921. This church is still used by Christians for spritual services either on Sundays
or other days for ritual ceremonies such as Marriage, Christmas, etc. This church can
accommodate about 500 congregations for services. We can also find another churches in Medan
such as Roman Catholic Church on Jalan Pemuda, which is constructed in 1929.

VIHARA GUNUNG TIMUR

Vihara Gunung Timure is famous as the oldest Buddhist Temple erected by the Buddhist
Congregation in 1962. Generally, the Buddhist prays at this temple everyday. It is also used for
other rituals such as Anniversary of Sidharta Gautama usually held within 4-15 April every year
and Imlek ( Chinese Lunar New Year ), etc.
SHRI MARIAMMAN TEMPLE

Shri Mariamman is the oldest Hindu temple in Medan. It was built in 1884 by The Hindu
Congregations. This temple is located on Jl. H. Zainul Arifin. Generally, the Hindu congregation
come to pray in this temple every morning. This temple is also used for other Hindu rituals such
as Deepavali Anniversary, Padi Harvesting, etc.

SINABUNG VOLCANO

Sinabung volcano is 2,417 m above the sea level. The ascent passes through tropical
forest and difficult cliff. There a camp ground at the top. From the top climbers can also see the
crater which still actively produces lava. We can also see the beautiful scenery. It is about 30 km
from Berastagi to the place where you start climbing which begins at Lau Kawar Village and
Mardinding village and takes about 4 hours.
SALIB KASIH

Salib Kasih ( Love Cross ) of 31 meters high cross was built in 1993 up on the mountain
of Siatas Barita, the beautiful panoramic view of the valley Rura Silindung and the city of
Tarutung can be viewed from this place. This monument is built in memorial of Dr. I. L.
Nomensen who brought Christianity to the land of Batak

LONSUM

PT. LONDON SUMATERA INDONESIA, this building used to be called JULIANA

BUILDING in the 1920s, and now inhabited by PT. London Sumatra Indonesia
(Lonsum).When this building was set up Harrison and Crossfield's, a British-
owned plantationcompany.

SIBAYAK VOLCANO

This active volcano is 2,172 m above the sea level. The ascent passes through thick forest
and dangerous cliffs. From the mountain peak climbers can look down into the crater, which is
still actively produce lava. Tourist can also see the beautiful scenery around them. From
Berastagi to the place where you start climbing at the village Jaranguda is about 1,5 km or 15 km
from the village Raja Berneh, and it takes hours to climb the mountain. The temperature at the
peak is about 180C.
CLOSSING
My Ladies and gentlemen , it’s a really hurt for me to end this tour because I really happy with
you but our tour must be the end. As long as our journey, if I have made mistakes, please forgive
me.

Well, for a few minutes we will arrive in our hotel. Please check your luggage and important
things, don’t leave anything in our bus. Thank you.

Before we end our tour today, I would like to invite to say “Thank You” to Mr. Sunaryo because
he has driven us and safety us back. (wait) Thank you.

Well, Ladies and Gentleman. If you want to make a tour again, please contact us in Somba Tours
and Travel. We will serve you as soon as possible. Don’t forget to take dinner in Nataboan
Restaurant at 08.00 p.m. Thank you. I don’t forget to say “Thank You Very Much” to all of you,
thank you for your attention and your corporation.

Well,Ladies and Gentlement,. Now we arrive in our hotel. Before we go down, I would like to
invite you to say “Horas” once again for 3 times with your full spirit. 1, 2, 3 “Horas, Horas,
Horas”. Thank you.

Well, now you can go down. Please be careful mind your step and mind your head. See you.