Kesawan, Medan

Name: Kesawan
Address: Medan, Indonesia

#16 among attractions in Medan

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Kesawan is a district in West Medan, Medan, Indonesia. This region is filled with historic buildings along Jalan Ahmad Yani, the oldest street in Medan. It also served as one of chinatowns in Medan, this area become popular as food eateries area at night along with Petaling Street, and Chinatown, Singapore. Kesawan Square was developed by Iskandar ST. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 3°35'35"N, 98°40'34"E

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Kesawan – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Centre Point, Maimun Palace, Grand Mosque of Medan, Sri Mariamman Temple.

~1930 ftE
3°35'31"N • 98°40'52"E
Centre Point, Medan
10 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
1.3 miSE
Historic palace with exhibits and vendors
Maimun Palace, Medan
35 min walk • Maimun Palace, an architectural gem in the heart of Medan, Indonesia, stands as a testament to the cultural amalgamation and regal heritage of the region. This majestic castle, completed in 1888, was designed by the Dutch architect Theodoor van Erp and remains one of...
1.5 miSE
Sacred and religious sites, Mosque
Grand Mosque of Medan, Medan
38 min walk • The Grand Mosque of Medan, also known as Masjid Raya Al Mashun, is a stunning piece of religious architecture and a significant landmark in the city of Medan, Indonesia. This majestic mosque is not only a place of worship but also a symbol of cultural heritage...
0.7 miSW
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Sri Mariamman Temple, Medan
19 min walk • The Sri Mariamman Temple stands as a beacon of spirituality in the bustling city of Medan, Indonesia. This Hindu temple, dedicated to the goddess Mariamman, is known for its vibrant architecture and rich cultural significance.
1.1 miSW
Specialty museum, History museum, Museum
Rahmat International Wildlife Museum & Gallery, Medan
29 min walk • Located in the vibrant city of Medan, Indonesia, the Rahmat International Wildlife Museum & Gallery stands as a testament to the diverse fauna of the world. This museum is a unique attraction that offers an extensive collection of preserved animals from various...
0.6 miSE
Specialty museum, Museum, Historical place
Tjong A Fie Mansion, Medan
16 min walk • Tjong A Fie Mansion is a two-story mansion in Medan, North Sumatra, built by Tjong A Fie a Hakka merchant who came to own much of the land in Medan through his plantations, later becoming 'Majoor der Chineezen' in Medan and constructing the Medan-Belawan railway.
1.2 miSW
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Gunung Timur Temple, Medan
31 min walk • Gunung Timur Temple is a Chinese temple which is the largest in the city of Medan, Indonesia and possibly also on the island of Sumatra. This temple was built in the 1962 and dedicated to Dongyue Dadi.
0.9 miSE
Museum
Sumatran Numismatic Museum, Medan
23 min walk • The Sumatran Numismatic Museum is a museum located in Medan, Indonesia. Established in 2017, the museum is dedicated to the history of money in Indonesia and houses a significant collection of objects.
1 miSE
Public art
Tirtanadi Water Tower, Medan
25 min walk • The Tirtanadi Water Tower is a water tower dating back to 1908 in city of Medan, North Sumatra.
~1220 ftN
Church
Immaculate Conception of Mary Cathedral, Medan
6 min walk • Medan Cathedral is a Roman Catholic Cathedral in Medan, Indonesia. The current cathedral was inaugurated in 1928. It is one of the Dutch colonial buildings in Medan.
0.4 miSE
Universities and schools, Arcade
HKBP Nommensen University, Medan
12 min walk • Universitas HKBP Nommensen or UHN is a private university with campuses located in Medan and Pematang Siantar, North Sumatra, Indonesia. The university is belongs to Batak Protestant Christian Church and is named after the German missionary Ludwig Ingwer Nommensen from the Rhenish Missionary Society.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kesawan?

Nearby attractions include Immaculate Conception of Mary Cathedral, Medan (6 min walk), HKBP Nommensen University, Medan (12 min walk), Tjong A Fie Mansion, Medan (16 min walk), Sri Mariamman Temple, Medan (19 min walk).

How to get to Kesawan by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kesawan:

Train

Stasiun Medan (8 min walk)
City Railway Station (9 min walk)