13 Interesting Attractions in Medan to Visit

As the fourth largest city in Indonesia, Medan is one of the most diverse areas in the country. Various ethnicities inhabit this city, including Chinese, Malays, South Indian tribes, and North Indians, as well as various Indonesian tribes, especially Batak.

In addition to this diversity, of course there are many tourist attractions in Medan that contain cultural elements.

Medan is a mixture of cultures of many ethnicities and religions, so the landscape is dotted with Dutch buildings, mosques, Hindu and Buddhist temples, churches and many other places of worship.

Here are some interesting tourist attractions in Medan for you to visit

List of Attractions in Medan

1. Sri Mariamman Temple

Location: Petisah Tengah, Medan Petisah

Located in the center of the hustle and bustle of Little India, Medan, this temple is an interesting treat to visit.

Mariamman Temple is one of the more esoteric temples, because it is dedicated to the goddess Tamil Mariamman, and is a beautiful ancient architecture. This temple was built in 1884. You can also visit various Indian restaurants around this temple area.

2. Maimun Palace

Location: Aur, Medan Maimun

Maimun Palace is one of the last remnants of the dynasty of the Deli Sultanate. The Sultanate that ruled Sumatra in its golden period. This palace is one of the last remnants of their power, and is the residence of the Sultan Deli, Sultan Mahmud Al Rasyid.

This palace consists of 2 floors and 30 rooms, which can be visited by tourists. The attraction of Maimun Palace is a combination of interiors with Islamic, Malay, Indian, Italian and Spanish styles.

3. Rahmat International Wildlife Museum & Gallery

Location: Petisah Hulu, Medan Baru

Rahmat Museum & Gallery is home to various kinds of dead animals that have been preserved. This gallery has a collection of ± 2,500 animal species from various countries.

The right place to see so many types of animals, even if only animals have been preserved. In fact we can see animals that are very rare or even we have never seen here.

4. Masjid Raya Medan

Location: Teladan Barat, Medan Kota

Medan Grand Mosque is one of the best examples of architecture in this city. One of the largest mosques in the city, Mesjid Raya is a mesmerizing blend of Middle Eastern, Indian and Spanish architecture.

This mosque is made with beautifully designed marble, with colorful glass patterns and perfect octagonal design.

5. Graha Maria Annai Velangkanni

Location: Tj. Selamat, Medan Tuntungan

One of the best examples of the mix of religion in Indonesia. Annai Velangkanni is a Catholic church clad in a beautiful Indian-Mogul exterior.

The church, which was built in 2001 and was inaugurated in 2005, has become the best evidence for the diversity of religions and cultures in Medan. For now, this church is the only church in Indonesia that looks like a Hindu temple in India.

6. Tjong A Fie Mansion

Location: Kesawan, West Medan

A beautiful mansion, this building is one of the best historical remains offered by Medan. Tjong A Fie Mansion is listed as a historic landmark as well as cultural heritage buildings and museums. This is one of the most beautiful buildings in Medan, with great history.

This Mansion was once home to Tjong A Fie's residence, a hakka community with many plantations in the city, as well as the people behind the railroad railing.

This Mansion has Chinese, Malay and Dutch influences in its architectural style. The building structure is built by paying attention to the principles of feng-shui. To this day, this mansion remains one of the best places for photography in this city.

7. Museum of North Sumatra

Location: Teladan Barat, Medan Kota

The museum with the main building architecture depicting this traditional North Sumatra house is the largest museum in North Sumatra.

The museum has many collections, and most of them are relics that tell the long history of North Sumatra. Starting from the relics from prehistoric times, ancient culture (Megalithic), the Hindu-Buddhist kingdom, the Islamic empire, until the struggle.

8. Zimbabwe Fires

Location: Paya Pasir, Medan Marelan

This 40 ha artificial lake is one of the favorite vacation destinations of Medan residents. Because besides being cheap, this area is also the right place to travel with friends and family.

In this area there are lodges on the edge of the lake, odong-odong, duck water, cafe, live music entertainment, etc. In addition to a place to relax, this place is also one of the favorite places for fishing.

9. Avros Educational Park

Location: Kp. Baru, Medan Polonia

One of the parks in this city that is very suitable as a place of recreation with family and friends. The cozy and beautiful garden atmosphere is the main attraction of this place.

In addition to lush trees, in this park there are also some outdoor play facilities that you can enjoy. There is also a cafe and restaurant here that provides a variety of food and drinks.

10. Taman A.Yani

Location: JATI, Medan Maimun

A city's largest city park. Sometimes there is an event held in this place. There are plenty of trees, a quiet place, and a place to relax.

11. Cadika Scout Park

Location: Pangkalan Masyhur, Medan Johor

A campground and city park. Apart from the comfortable atmosphere, the design of the garden is quite good. Inside, you will find 2 bridges to cross the pond. You can also enjoy the breeze by the pool. There are several seats available. In addition, there are also sports facilities, a picnic area and a playground.

12. Tjong Yong Hian Flower Garden

Location: Jalan Kejaksaan, Petisah Tengah

Tjong Yong Hian Park is actually Tjong Yong Hian's tomb area and his wife. Tjong Yong Hian himself is a Hakka person who successfully became a successful merchant, as well as the older brother of Tjong A Fie. Just like his younger brother, Tjong Yong Hian also has many contributions to the city of Medan and its surroundings.

In this area you can find beautiful gardens with green grass decorated with various kinds of flowers, a beautiful pond decorated with lotus flowers and fountains, and Tjong Yong Hian's tomb and his wife.

In this area there is also a gallery containing history and Tjong Yong Hian's life story.

13. Merdeka Walk

Location: Kesawan, West Medan

Merdeka Walk is a culinary center in Merdeka Square that offers a variety of food offerings. Merdeka Walk is also a favorite hangout in this city. Usually in this place filled with live music and creative entertainment ranging from band performances to break-dancer.

Those are some tourist attractions in Medan that are quite interesting for you to visit while on vacation. May be useful.