Sumatra is one of seven geographical regions of Indonesia, which includes its adjacent smaller islands. Sumatra was one of the eight original provinces of Indonesia between 1945 and 1948.

Nov 4, 2025 · Sumatra, Indonesian island, the second largest (after Borneo) of the Greater Sunda Islands, in the Malay Archipelago. It is separated in the northeast from the Malay Peninsula by the …

Explore Sumatra's rainforests, volcanoes and vibrant cultures in this Indonesia travel guide. Discover Lake Toba, wild orangutans, Mentawai islands and top tips.

Sumatra Indonesia's lush island, rich in biodiversity, culture, and stunning landscapes. Home to The World’s Largest Volcanic Lake Discover the breathtaking beauty of Lake Toba, embark on thrilling …

4 days ago · Many logs became forces of destruction in Indonesia last week, in a sign that deforestation compounded the devastation wrought by a cyclone.

Sumatra is located in western Indonesia and is the largest island entirely within Indonesian territory. Globally, it’s the sixth-largest island in the world, offering vast landscapes, wild rainforests, and …

Jul 9, 2025 · Sumatra, the sixth-largest island in the world, is Indonesia's rugged, tropical paradise where untamed nature meets cultural mystique. Draped in misty volcanoes, ancient rainforests, and …

Jun 24, 2024 · Sumatra (also Sumatera) is one of Indonesia's large islands and the sixth largest island in the world. Wild and rugged, Sumatra is a blend of Mother Nature extremes, blessed with natural …

Nov 28, 2025 · The death toll from flash floods and landslides on Indonesia’s Sumatra island rose to 164 on Friday with 79 people missing, authorities said, as rescue workers found their efforts hampered by ...

Nov 29, 2025 · Indonesia death toll rises to 303 after catastrophic flooding in Sumatra Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand have been inundated with cyclone-driven rain for a week, killing about 400 …