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Istana Maimun (Palace) @ Medan, Indonesia
The palace of the Sultanate of Deli was built in 1892. It was built by Dutch architects and is the last palace in existence.
It is a unique palace consisting of 30 rooms combining elements of cultural heritage, Islamic and Indian architecture, and Spanish and Italian furniture and furnishings, but only the audience hall and dining room are open to the public. The king (the 14th) still lives here.
Perhaps it is a gathering place for locals, but there is a mobile amusement park in the yard, and garbage is scattered about. It is a pity that half the space in the royal palace is occupied by several souvenir shops, which reduces the beauty of the place. The live music at the entrance was nice.
We took a break for iced tea at an Indonesian restaurant just outside the palace.
Istana Maimun
https://maps.app.goo.gl/sqv25ihaRgEcrmas8?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
Jl. Brigjend Katamso No.370, Sei Mati, Kec. Medan Maimun, Kota Medan, Sumatera Utara
Entrance fee: IDR 10000