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Where To Stay In Medan, Indonesia - Updated 2025
As the capital of North Sumatra province and Indonesia’s third largest city, Medan is a bustling city for business travel. With various attractions that go beyond post-business leisures, this city is slowly carving its name as an emerging destination. See the octagonal Great Mosque or enjoy the eclectic dining scene at Jala Selat Panjang Street, Medan calls travelers to explore its nooks and corners. When it comes to accommodation, Medan caters to both leisure and business travelers. Here are top hotels you might want to pick for your next trip to Medan.
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Annai Velangkanni, Medan: One Of The Most Unique Churches In The World
When you see a church anywhere else in the world, normally it is a building with a typical Christian cross attached somewhere on top of the building. Rarely do you find components of another religion on its architecture. However, that's what you’d find in the church named Graha St. Maria Annai Velangkanni in the Indonesian city of Medan (North Sumatra province). In fact, it doesn't look like a church at all!
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Top 5 Local Specialities You Must Eat When In Medan, Indonesia
Food is a never-ending topic. Why is that? Every time you go to an area with a different culture from yours, you will always find they cook differently. When you happen to be in the city of Medan, surely you will find that food specialties here are different from the ones you can find in other parts of Indonesia. Keep reading to find out more about Medan’s delicacies.
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Enjoy Authentic Sumatran Cuisine: 10 Best Batak Dishes
Batak refers to an ethnic group inhabiting the region of North Sumatra. Besides their unique traditions, culture, and houses, the tribe boasts a wide variety of food that includes preserved foods using local spices, such as andaliman (Batak pepper), honje flower, asam cikala (a pineapple-like fruit), and lokio (Batak onion). Moreover, freshwater fish, chicken, and even blood and dog meat are sometimes used. Here are some of the great Batak dishes you should try whilst enjoying the panoramic view of Lake Toba.
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Top 17 Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Medan, Indonesia - Updated 2025
The capital of North Sumatra, the booming city of Medan, offers myriads of things to do. It is known for mouthwatering delicious culinary spots rich in numerous flavors. Along with Bolu Meranti, a kind of rolled sponged cake with various buttercream choices, Bika Ambon Zulayka is another famous snack in Medan. The city has many attractions — the Maimoon Palace, for instance, showcases the glimpse of the royal heritage. Lake Toba and the Samosir Island offer the soothing vibes of the highlands. Berastagi, famous for abundant fruits and flowers, is another place to visit near Medan. The durian fruit or cake and the sweet passion fruit is known as Markisa that also comes in syrup bottles to mix as beverages are worth tasting. The local market is suitable for fresh picked local products. The fantastic waterfalls and hot water springs are good to relax in, too. With so many places to explore, you'll need a comfy accommodation for rest and recharge. We've compiled a list of places to stay for you to pick from. Scroll down and see the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Medan, Indonesia.
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Top 15 Things To Do In Medan, Indonesia
Nesting in the majestic province of North Sumatra in Indonesia, Medan is a beautiful city with a vibrant culture, rich heritage, and fascinating traditions. It is a bustling metropolis with skyscraping buildings and modern attractions. Two of the most popular landmarks you will find in the heart of the city are the octagonal Great Mosque of Medan and the stunning Mainum Palace. While in the city, you should check out the iconic Hakka merchant's house called Tjong A Fie Mansion. Also, you might want to see the breathtaking 19th-century Masjid Raya Al-Mashun and take lots of souvenir pictures of it. You can not end your Medan adventure without visiting the enchanting Graha Maria Annai Velankanni. For a more in-depth guide, here is a list of fantastic things to do in Medan, Indonesia. Feel free to browse below.
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