Sipirok is a town in
North Sumatra
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province of
Indonesia
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and the seat (capital) of
South Tapanuli Regency. It is known for the
Batu Jomba Sipirok, a badly maintained highway which becomes difficult and dangerous during wet weather.
Notable residents
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Hasjrul Harahap, Minister of Forestry (1993-1998)
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Mangaradja Soeangkoepon, (1885-1946) Volksraad member
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Abdul Rasjid, native physician and Volksraad member
* , Indonesian actor and comedian
References
Regency seats of North Sumatra
Populated places in North Sumatra
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Batang Toru basin