6 INSTAGRAMMABLE LANDMARKS IN MEDAN
6 Instagrammable Landmarks In Medan
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Medan, the capital city of North Sumatra Province, is rich in diversity of cultures. Through the centuries, thousands of merchants from China, India, the Middle East, the Malay Peninsula, Singapore and Europe have come to the city to trade and where many settled down, each bringing their own culture. The assimilation of these cultures has created a lively diverse city, as well as fascinating legacies in architecture and culinary heritage.
The city has many distinguished landmarks sculpted with meticulous details and marvelous artworks. Here, you will easily find old buildings standing right next to sleek modern constructions.
Below is a glimpse of the colorful spirit you will find in Medan’s city center:
1. The Maimoon PalaceBuilt by Sultan Ma’mun Al Rashid Perkasa Alamsyah in 1887-1891, the palace has a total of 30 rooms on its 2,772 sqm land. However, only one main room is open for public, which is the throne room. Its architectural style is a cultural-mix of Malay, Islamic and Mughal heritage. While its interior design takes a more Spanish-Italian ambiance. Take pictures of yourself wearing traditional royal Malay Deli costume or sit on the throne of the Sultan and His Queen. The Royal collection of jewelry, antiques, and gifts presented by other countries’ royal leaders are also on display here.
Address: Jl. Brigjen Katamso, Medan
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Address: Medan 20218, Indonesia
3. Tjong A Fie Mansion
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Address: Jln. A. Yani 105, Medan 20111
4. Graha Maria Annai Velangkanni
A magnificent structure with intricate façade, The Maria Shrine at Graha Maria Annai Velangkanni is dedicated to the blessed Mother Mary. It was built in 2001-2005. You may well mistake it for a Hindu temple or perhaps a mosque because of its ornamentation and domes. Father James Barathaputra, SJ was the originator of the idea to build this one-of-a-kind Catholic Church. His vision was to make this a sanctuary for people who seek peace, solace, healing, and divinity.
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Address: Jl. Sakura III no. 10 Tanjung Selamat, Medan, Indonesia
5. Sri Mariamman Temple
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This temple was built in 1884 by young Tamil donors named Gurdhuara Sahib and Sami Rangga Naiher. Located at Kampung Madras area (also known as Medan’s Little India), it is the oldest Hindu temple in Medan. It was built to worship Goddess Mariamman and is devoted to the Hindu Gods Ganesha and Murugan. its architectural style was taken from Hindu temples found in South India and Sri Lanka. It is ornamented with vivid colors, statues, and beautiful carvings. The temple’s prayer room is closed on Saturdays, but the courtyard is always open on any other day.
Address: Jln. Teuku Umar no. 18, Medan 20112, Indonesia
6. Maha Vihara Maitreya
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There you have it, the colorful nuances of Instagrammable architectural sights to be found in Medan. Get ready to snap them as an inseparable part of your memorable journey to North Sumatra! (Indonesia.travel)
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