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Who does not know the city of Medan? As the third largest city in Indonesia, Medan is a city that has a variety of cultures, religions, arts, traditions and ethnicities that make this city feel very special because it can still maintain peace in its people.
The city of Medan, which is known for its Bika Ambon, and received the title of Durian City, is the economic and commercial center on the island of Sumatra.
Medan Indonesia is best known for its Toba lake which has stunning and amazing views which is one of the natural wonders in the world, this lake is the largest lake in Southeast Asia. Lake Toba is also included as one of the Super Priority destinations in Indonesia.
The distance of Jakarta Medan might look far but there are many Medan flights that will take you to Medan Airport in 2-3 hours.
One of the fun facts about Medan city: this city has a language created by its cultural acculturation. With these interesting things to do and witness in Medan, who wouldn’t want to look around and book hotels in Medan to get the best experience?
Destination Highlights
May - September
Best Time to Visit Lake Toba
Lake Toba has been very popular world wide. This lake has been included in the Super Priority tourist attractions in Indonesia. Named as the largest lake in Southeast Asia and even the Unesco Global Ecopark (2 July 2020), this lake is very proud of the residents of North Sumatra, especially Medan.
We can see many attractions and activities of its citizens, starting from weaving cloth, carving wood carvings, and being greeted by the Plate Dance. Not only that, we can enjoy the typical cuisine of Lake Toba at the nearest restaurant. Various interesting activities that you can do start from riding a boat around Lake Toba and seeing the amazing waterfalls around this lake. One of the most interesting things about Lake Toba is a hanging rock that lies on the shores of the lake and has become a legend that has been believed by local residents for decades.
July - August, and November
Are the Best Months to Visit Carnivals, Music Concerts, and Festivals in Medan
If you want to feel the charm of the carnival held in Medan, precisely on Lake Toba, you can visit and watch the Enchantment Carnival of Lake Toba which is held in July every year. Besides the carnival, you can enjoy international and local music events at Samosir Music International in August.
The Cognate Malay Degree Festival (GEMES) is one of the events that is quite interesting because this activity brings together the arts and culture of allied Malays from various countries in Southeast Asia and the Archipelago held in November that you must visit. To visit these without missing out the city activities, you can stay in Medan hotels and rent a car to go to the lake.
The middle of the year is also the best time to have outdoor activities while staying comfortable, if you like. You can go to Central Park Zoo to get some adventure, shopping in Deli Park Medan, or get some food with an instagrammable view in Polonia Sky Park Medan.
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