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Medan Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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Here are 9 places to visit in Medan, a city that isn't popular but has beautiful views.🍃

Here are 9 places to visit in Medan, a city that isn't popular but has beautiful views.🍃

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SKY The Oasis Rooftop Bar & Lounge

SKY The Oasis Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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Cafe With Contemporary Concept⁉️👀

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Hidden Gem Coffee-Shop In Medan☕️

Hidden Gem Coffee-Shop In Medan☕️

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🌴✨ [Travel Moments in Medan – My North Sumatra Adventure 🏝️] ✨🌴

Stepping foot in Medan felt like opening a colorful storybook filled with nature, history, and food that made my taste buds dance 😋🍴. From ancient villages to breathtaking waterfalls, every corner whispered a story of Sumatra 🇮🇩💚.

🏞️ Huta Siallagan, Samosir Island
My journey started at the mysterious Huta Siallagan Village, where ancient Batak culture came alive! 🛕 Walking through the traditional stone houses and seeing the ancient judgment stone circle ⚖️ gave me goosebumps. The locals were so warm, sharing legends about their kings 👑 and ancestors. I could almost imagine life centuries ago — the drum beats, the laughter, the pride. 📸✨

🌊 Sipiso Piso Waterfall & Tongging View Point
Next stop — Sipiso Piso Waterfall, one of Indonesia’s tallest waterfalls 🌈💦. The roaring sound of water crashing into Lake Toba below was breathtaking! Standing at Tongging View Point, I felt the cool mountain breeze 🍃 on my face and watched the mist dance around the cliffs. It was like standing on the edge of a dream 🌤️❤️.

🍽️ Back to Medan – Foodie Heaven!
After nature’s magic, it was time for the real deal — food hunting! 😍
✨ Tip Top Restaurant – A nostalgic colonial-era spot 🍰☕. Their ice cream and pastries tasted like a trip back to the 1930s — sweet, classic, unforgettable. 🕰️💕
☕ Temu Cafe Medan – Minimalist vibes + great coffee = perfection! I sipped my latte while journaling my adventures ✍️📖.
🍝 RAEYE Dining – Fine dining meets creativity 🎨🍷. Every dish was a piece of art, beautifully plated and bursting with flavor.
🥗 Easy Eats Cafe – The chill spot to unwind after a long day! 🌿 With comfy seats, light bites, and cozy tunes 🎶, it was the perfect ending to my Medan escapade.

💛✨ From ancient stones to waterfall mist, from colonial desserts to modern cafes — Medan truly stole my heart. Can’t wait to come back again soon! 🧳📍
#MedanTrip #LakeTobaVibes #Wanderlust #FoodieAdventure #samosirisland #hutasiallagan #staycation #

🌴✨ [Travel Moments in Medan – My North Sumatra Adventure 🏝️] ✨🌴 Stepping foot in Medan felt like opening a colorful storybook filled with nature, history, and food that made my taste buds dance 😋🍴. From ancient villages to breathtaking waterfalls, every corner whispered a story of Sumatra 🇮🇩💚. 🏞️ Huta Siallagan, Samosir Island My journey started at the mysterious Huta Siallagan Village, where ancient Batak culture came alive! 🛕 Walking through the traditional stone houses and seeing the ancient judgment stone circle ⚖️ gave me goosebumps. The locals were so warm, sharing legends about their kings 👑 and ancestors. I could almost imagine life centuries ago — the drum beats, the laughter, the pride. 📸✨ 🌊 Sipiso Piso Waterfall & Tongging View Point Next stop — Sipiso Piso Waterfall, one of Indonesia’s tallest waterfalls 🌈💦. The roaring sound of water crashing into Lake Toba below was breathtaking! Standing at Tongging View Point, I felt the cool mountain breeze 🍃 on my face and watched the mist dance around the cliffs. It was like standing on the edge of a dream 🌤️❤️. 🍽️ Back to Medan – Foodie Heaven! After nature’s magic, it was time for the real deal — food hunting! 😍 ✨ Tip Top Restaurant – A nostalgic colonial-era spot 🍰☕. Their ice cream and pastries tasted like a trip back to the 1930s — sweet, classic, unforgettable. 🕰️💕 ☕ Temu Cafe Medan – Minimalist vibes + great coffee = perfection! I sipped my latte while journaling my adventures ✍️📖. 🍝 RAEYE Dining – Fine dining meets creativity 🎨🍷. Every dish was a piece of art, beautifully plated and bursting with flavor. 🥗 Easy Eats Cafe – The chill spot to unwind after a long day! 🌿 With comfy seats, light bites, and cozy tunes 🎶, it was the perfect ending to my Medan escapade. 💛✨ From ancient stones to waterfall mist, from colonial desserts to modern cafes — Medan truly stole my heart. Can’t wait to come back again soon! 🧳📍 #MedanTrip #LakeTobaVibes #Wanderlust #FoodieAdventure #samosirisland #hutasiallagan #staycation #

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Where Homeboy Go 宅男去哪儿

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🌙✨ Dinner Vibes @ Easy Eats Cafe, Medan 🍽️🇮🇩

Tonight’s little escape from the busy rhythm of life led me to Easy Eats Cafe — a cozy corner in the heart of Medan that feels like a warm hug after a long day. 💛 The lights here are soft and golden, the music just right — chill beats with a touch of Indonesian soul 🎶🌿.

As I settle down by the window seat, the aroma of spices and lemongrass fills the air 🌾🔥. I start my meal with a cup of Hot Lemongrass Tea 🍋☕ — simple, refreshing, and calming to the soul. Every sip carries that gentle warmth that slowly melts away the day’s tiredness 😌✨.

Then comes the star of the night — Nasi Ayam Rendang Suwir 🍛! The rendang is beautifully shredded, rich in flavor, and perfectly paired with the fluffy rice and sambal that gives a bold kick 🌶️🔥. One bite, and it feels like a flavorful journey across Sumatra 🇮🇩❤️.

Next, I try the Tori Momo 🍢, juicy grilled chicken skewers with that smoky aroma that dances on your tongue 😋. Tender, savory, and simply addictive!

To end this delightful dinner, I treat myself to something sweet — Opak Gula Aren 🍬✨. Crispy with a caramel-like sweetness from palm sugar, it’s the perfect finish to this soulful meal 🍯🍪.

As I sip the last drop of tea, I look around — laughter, chatter, and good food everywhere 🥰. There’s something magical about enjoying a quiet dinner alone yet feeling surrounded by warmth and life 🌙💫.

📍Easy Eats Cafe, Medan
🕯️ Cozy atmosphere | 🍴 Comfort food | 💛 Heartwarming vibes

#DinnerTime #EasyEatsCafe #MedanFoodie #LocalFlavors #SoloVibes #FoodJourney ✨🍽️

🌙✨ Dinner Vibes @ Easy Eats Cafe, Medan 🍽️🇮🇩 Tonight’s little escape from the busy rhythm of life led me to Easy Eats Cafe — a cozy corner in the heart of Medan that feels like a warm hug after a long day. 💛 The lights here are soft and golden, the music just right — chill beats with a touch of Indonesian soul 🎶🌿. As I settle down by the window seat, the aroma of spices and lemongrass fills the air 🌾🔥. I start my meal with a cup of Hot Lemongrass Tea 🍋☕ — simple, refreshing, and calming to the soul. Every sip carries that gentle warmth that slowly melts away the day’s tiredness 😌✨. Then comes the star of the night — Nasi Ayam Rendang Suwir 🍛! The rendang is beautifully shredded, rich in flavor, and perfectly paired with the fluffy rice and sambal that gives a bold kick 🌶️🔥. One bite, and it feels like a flavorful journey across Sumatra 🇮🇩❤️. Next, I try the Tori Momo 🍢, juicy grilled chicken skewers with that smoky aroma that dances on your tongue 😋. Tender, savory, and simply addictive! To end this delightful dinner, I treat myself to something sweet — Opak Gula Aren 🍬✨. Crispy with a caramel-like sweetness from palm sugar, it’s the perfect finish to this soulful meal 🍯🍪. As I sip the last drop of tea, I look around — laughter, chatter, and good food everywhere 🥰. There’s something magical about enjoying a quiet dinner alone yet feeling surrounded by warmth and life 🌙💫. 📍Easy Eats Cafe, Medan 🕯️ Cozy atmosphere | 🍴 Comfort food | 💛 Heartwarming vibes #DinnerTime #EasyEatsCafe #MedanFoodie #LocalFlavors #SoloVibes #FoodJourney ✨🍽️

Where Homeboy Go 宅男去哪儿

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A Kaleidoscope of Culture and Nature: My Unforgettable Trip to Medan and North Sumatra

A Kaleidoscope of Culture and Nature: My Unforgettable Trip to Medan and North Sumatra

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