10 place in the Medan that should be visited

Medan, capital of North Sumatra is the fourth largest city in Indonesia. Should other major cities, as well as the center of government and commerce, Medan also often a tourist destination for the people of Indonesia. City that blends modern and colonial culture has many tourist spots that you must not miss. The following reviews 10 attractions in Medan you must visit.

Hill Park

1. Playground Hill parks and articles

Hill parks Sibolangit is the biggest playground in Medan. The concept is actually raised almost the same as the concept of Dufan or Trans Studio. You can enjoy rides ranging from roller coasters, ferries wheel (Ferris wheel), 4D theater, and the amphitheater with a capacity of 1,200 people for shows and concerts. In addition, the condition of the playground is quite clean and has a cool air. Unfortunately, Hill parks articles for only opened on Saturdays, Sundays, and during public holidays. Playground is suitable to spend holidays with family. You only need to pay the fees of Rp. 45,000 .

2. Graha Santa Maria Velangkanni

If you are looking for a spiritual tourism destination, this place is a suitable place to visit. Graha

Velankani

Santa Maria Velangkanni located in Sakura III 7-10 Jalan Tanjung Selamat, district of Medan Tuntungan. The shape looks like a Hindu temple, but this is the Catholic Church. Because of the grandeur of the building of this church, not a few tourists who visit here simply just to capture the image. The church was built by Father James Bharataputra SJ in 2001 and was inaugurated in 2005. The unique architecture of this church is the Indo - Mogul ornament coloring was done in accordance with the meaning of scripture. No fee levy to visit this church, you will only be charged the park ing of vehicles

3. Great Mosque of Medan

Mesjid Raya

Masjid Raya al Mashun better known as the Great Mosque of Medan is located at Jalan Singamangaraja No. 718, Medan. The mosque, which is located in the heart of Medan was built on August 21, 1906. The style of the building is a mix between Morocco, Europe, Indonesia, and the Middle East. The mosque building is so unique circular design with octagonal and has four main foyer in the front, rear, and left and right side. Dome of the mosque is rectangular with a crescent decoration at the end of the roof. In addition, the walls have floral decorations painted with oil paint.

4. Museum of North Sumatra

Museum Sumatera Utara

Museum of North Sumatra located at HM Joni Street No. 51, Medan. This museum is the largest museum in North Sumatra, which has a variety of historical and cultural heritage of North Sumatra. Museum which stands on an area of 10 468 square meters consisting of two floors, divided into several rooms, the permanent exhibition rooms, temporary exhibition space, audio visual room, and others. Museum of North Sumatra has a 6799 collection consisting of typical animal Sumatra, dioramas of prehistoric life, statues of Hindu heritage - Buddhist, and other historical relics.

5. Palace Maimun

Maimun Palace is located at Jalan Brig Katamso, Village Talbot. Maimonides palace built by the Sultan of Deli, Sultan Mahmud Al-Rashid in 1888 and completed in 1891. Built with the architectural design of Italian style, the palace with an area of 2,777 square meters consisting of two floors and is divided into three main building, the left wing of the building was also the right wing. At least there are 30 rooms in the castle with a strong influence of European culture.

6. Asam Kumbang Crocodile Parks

If you want to get a different holiday experience, try to visit the crocodile park Asam Kumbang. This parks is the largest crocodile parks in Indonesia where there are at least 2,500 crocodiles of various sizes. In addition to the largest crocodile park in Indonesia, crocodile park has also become the largest in Southeast Asia. According to information, this first breeding family managed to maintain multiple types of crocodiles in their backyard. Not unexpectedly crocodile in captivity is more and more and eventually used as breeding crocodiles. The location of this crocodile park in the village of Asam Kumbang.

7. Lake Siombak

Danau Siombak

Siombak lake is located in the village of Paya Pasir, Medan Marelan. Siombak Lake is an artificial lake with an area of 40 hectares located between the River Deli and River Falls. Although the lake is an artificial lake, but the water is very clear with turquoise color. This is because in the bottom of the lake overgrown with moss and algae. You can do fishing activity here. Children can also swim in the pool or play in the pool mini bath balls. The entrance fee is only 2,000 rupiah Siombak lake alone.


8. Water Tower Tirtanadi

Tirtanadi Tower

The water tower is located at the intersection Tirtanadi Singamangaraja 1, close to Soeichi
International Hotel. This water tower is an icon of the city of Medan as well as a very important building for the people of Medan, because the water reservoirs. Built in 1908 by the Dutch, Water Tower construction Tirtanadi has now officially become the property of taps. With typical Dutch colonial-style buildings, up to 42 meters, and weighs 330 tons, the tower is often visited by many tourists.

9. Post Office Medan

Kantor Pos Medan

The location of the post office right opposite the Medan Merdeka Square. Post Office field includes one historic building that still stands today. Post Office Medan stood since 1911, and was built by a Dutch architect. The Post Office has a unique dome with windows semicircular and white pillars. Seen at a glance, the post office has a shape like a dove's nest. A visit to the post office do not forget to bring a camera, because it is very suitable for taking pictures.




10. Merdeka Walk

Merdeka Walk

Once you are tired of walking around all day in the field, late in the afternoon visit to Merdeka Walk. Merdeka Walk or often called MW, is one of the culinary attractions in Medan, entertainment, and also the location of the youths hanging Medan. Here there are a variety of typical food outlets Medan, western food and Asian food. One spot cosiest Merdeka Walk is the Center Piece, which is an area with lots of shade trees. Center Piece is usually held a show band, rap, breakers, and other entertainment.