Medan offers places of worship for followers of diverse religions. Visitors will find venues dedicated to Hinduism, Christianity, Islam and others. In addition to being sanctuaries of religious praise, each of these locations offer a glimpse into the cultural events and festivals dedicated to their religions. Many of the churches, mosques and temples are home to some of the city’s most popular festivals and host events on religious holidays.
Our Lady of Good Health Church
Built in 2005, Our Lady of Good Health Church is known by locals as Graha Maria Annai Velangkanni. The Marian shrine was built in an Indo-Mogul style and celebrates a 17th century Marian apparition. The shrine is two floors in height and includes a seven-story tower built in Indonesian style. The church is considered an important pilgrimage site and attracts many visitors each year.
Address: Jl. Sakura III No.7-10, Tj. Selamat, Kec. Medan Tuntungan, Kota Medan, Sumatera Utara 20135, Indonesia
Phone: +62 61 8201943
Operating Hours:
– Monday- Saturday: 8:00am – 6:00pm
– Sunday: 8:00am – 7:00pm
Admission Cost: N/A
Website (not official)
Sri Mariamman Temple
This is Medan’s oldest Hindu Temple, built in 1884 as a place of worship for the goddess, Mariamman. It is in Medan’s Little India district and is a meeting point for Hindus year-round, including during the Thaipusam and Deepavali festivals. The temple consists of three chambers for worship with sacred statues, such as the sculptures of various Hindu gods.
Address: Jl. Teuku Umar No.18, Petisah Tengah, Kec. Medan Petisah, Kota Medan, Sumatera Utara 20151, Indonesia
Phone: N/A
Operating Hours:
Monday- Sunday: 6:00am – 12:00pm; 4:00pm – 8:00pm
Admission Cost:
– FREE
Website (not official)
Masjid Raya Al Mashun Mosque (Grand Mosque of Medan)
Built in 1906, the Great Mosque of Medan is part of the Maimun Palace complex and combines designs from Middle Eastern, Indian and Spanish architecture. The venue can hold up to 2,000 worshippers. The location is a popular pilgrimage site, flanked by flower-embellished gardens. The mosque’s dome was designed in a similar style to the Grand Mosque of Banda Aceh found in Turkey.
Address: Jl. Mahkamah No.74c, RT.02, Mesjid, Kec. Medan Kota, Kota Medan, Sumatera Utara 20212, Indonesia
Phone: N/A
Operating Hours:
Monday – Sunday: 4:00am – 12:00am
Admission Cost:
– FREE
Website
