Culinary Most Famous at Medan

Medan as the fourth largest city in Indonesia has a variety of things we need to know. A visit to the Medan could be one exciting experience. Explore the city and the various tourist attractions mainstay in the Medan, as well as tasting the typical culinary Medan will be a very exciting experience. When the time for leaving the Medan, it would not be complete without bringing memories of this city. For that alone buy presents for family, friends or even yourself in order to experience while in the city Medan still be felt when you arrive in your city. What are things that you can buy as souvenirs of the city of Medan? Refer to the summary of 10 souvenirs Medan following :

1. Bolu Meranti

Bolu Meranti

Who does not know Bolu Meranti? Cake roll with a soft creamy texture and sweet taste has become a sort of souvenir required to be purchased during a visit to Medan. Bolu Meranti has a variety of flavors ranging from pineapple, cheese, strawberry, mocha, peanut until blueberries. Bolu can last up to three days outside the refrigerator. In addition to cakes, snacks are also available such as lapis legit, eclairs and brownies. Bolu Meranti stems from prescription try hostess Ai Ling. At the beginning of selling, she did not have her own shop and left the homemade cake in his shop located at Jalan Meranti. Not unexpectedly, homemade cakes selling well and started a lot of orders. Until finally Mrs. Ai Ling opened his own shop by the name of Bolu Meranti. Bolu Meranti has two branches namely in Jalan Kruing 2.K and Sisingamangaraja No. 19B. The shop is open daily from 9 am to 4 pm.

2. Durian Ucok

It is hardly an exaggeration to say Chef Ucok is a must to be visited by the

Durian Ucok

culinary fans who are visiting Medan. Bang Ucok shop located at Jalan Wahid Hasyim is never out of stock durian though the number of buyers who come never bit. Buyers used to come and eat culinary in place. One durian fruit would not be enough to satisfy the stomach and tongue durian lovers. For those who are satisfied eating culinary in place, but still want to take it home, Chef Ucok have a solution that is a package of culinary in the packaging. What if cul was detained at the airport because of the sharp scent? Durian meat will be packaged neatly in a box meeting. To close its distinctive aroma, packaging is also equipped with pandan leaves and coffee so that the aroma of culinary obscured. Now, you can bring culinary safely get home.

3. Ulos

Ulos Batak Toba

If you are visiting Yogyakarta you never forget to buy batik, now when you come to the field do not forget to buy Ulos as a souvenir of Medan. Ulos a typical cloth once the pride of the people of North Sumatra. This Ulos shall be used in a variety of rituals ranging from wedding ceremonies, funerals to welcoming guests. Ulos shaped long scarf which is used in a way slung on the body or used as a headband. Ulos fabric generally red, black and white. Process of complicated and time makes this fabric has a selling price which is quite high. One of the places that provide fabric Ulos Central Market is located at Jalan MT. Haryono.

4. Pancake Durian

Pancake Durian

In contrast to the spherical shape of most pancake flat as surabi, culinary pancake shaped like egg rolls. Pancake durian consists of a skin made of flour dough and filled with durian meat was amazingly delicious. Pancake culinary available in different flavors beginning of the original, mocha, chocolate until pandan. All of these flavors are equally delicious, bite-course, the content of the culinary flesh melted and smooth in the mouth. Durian House located at Jalan Sekip No. 67 is one place that provides durian pancake. Not asked pancakes, Durian House also provides cakes and dodol as souvenirs.

5. Bika Ambon

Bika Ambon

It's a bit strange indeed, with frills name of Ambon, but these snacks known as souvenirs of the city of Medan. Bika Ambon become souvenirs that you must buy. Bika Ambon has a fibrous texture with a sweet taste. These snacks are made from tapioca flour, coconut milk, sugar, eggs and water sap. Bika Ambon place that sells popular Bika Ambon Zulaikha Medan is located at Jalan Majapahit No. 62 and 96 D, E, F. Bika Ambon available with a variety of flavors such as original, pandan and cheese. Bika Ambon Zulaikha artificial mother is suitable as a souvenir because it can hold up to four days.

6. Passion Fruit Syrup

Passion fruit syrup is perfect to drink in Medan at noon. Fresh sweet taste more

Syrup Markisa Medan

delicious when served cold in the middle of the city of Medan that is hot air. If you are concerned can not enjoy the freshness of this syrup after returning from Medan later, why not take him as a souvenir instead? Passion fruit syrup is an excellent product Brastagih, but can easily be found in Medan. This syrup is believed to contain a lot of vitamin C and antioxidants that are good for the body. To purchase this syrup, you will not be difficult because it is available at many stores in the city of Medan.

7. Teri Medan

Teri Medan

Do not look teri field of size. Though small in size, but many fans anchovies. Teri Medan white is usually cooked with peanut sauce. Taste? There's no question. Teri sauce beans with a plate of warm rice would make a perfect tongue and stomach satisfied. Teri Medan also sold raw and packaged in various sizes with prices 70000-80000 rupiah per kg. If you want to buy as souvenirs, you may come to Jalan Majapahit and its surroundings there are many sellers anchovies raw Medan.

8. Coffee Sidikalang

There is a coffee lover friend? Bring just coffee Sidikalang as a souvenir of your

Kopi Sidikalang

vacation to Medan. Coffee Sidikalang suitable for fans of coffee because caffeine high and strong. Coffee is known as the king of Sumatran coffee. This is of course not surprising since coffee is a tough competitor Sidikalang the popular Brazilian coffee. Sidikalang is a mountainous area with an altitude reaching 1472 meters above sea level. Fertile soil is suitable for growing coffee and capable of producing the highest quality coffee beans. You do not need to come to Sidikalang to get this delicious coffee. You can find it in many souvenir shops in the city of Medan. Coffee is sold in the form of seeds and powders in various sizes are also packing.

9. Nuts Sihobuk

kacang Sihobuk

Sihobuk beans become souvenirs subsequent compulsory. Bean derived sari Sihobuk Village, Khajuraho, North Tapanuli it tastes sweet and savory. Teskturnya crisp and crunchy make you can not stop chewing. Sihobuk beans sold selected from the best quality beans, so it was reliable. 

These beans cooked using sand that make it have a distinctive taste. Sihobuk beans sold in a variety of sizes and packaging are also easily found in a souvenir shop in the city of Medan.

10. Manisan Jambu

Ever tried candied guava? Guava is commonly eaten raw, it can turn into more

Manisan Jambu

delicious when cooked into preserves. Sweet and fresh flavor and a crunchy texture, making it suitable enjoyed during the day. Is made using candied guava Bangkok large. If taken home as souvenirs, you should buy sweets in the form which is rounded because it can last up to 3 days. Candied guava efficacious to increase platelets, so it is good for patients with DHF. One popular place that sells candied guava is Aguan store located at Jalan Kruing 3.D. Additionally, candied guava are also commonly found in roadside in Medan.

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.