Explore Kesawan’s Old Town: Seng Hap 1881




[ENG]
The first department store to serve as a shopping hub in the city of Medan is one of the historic old buildings that has stood as a silent witness to the economic development of the city center. Seng Hap 1881, a historic building located in the heart of Medan, has now reopened as a culinary destination that brings together several local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
[IND]
Departemen Store Pertama yang menjadi pusat perbelanjaan di kota Medan ini adalah salah satu bangunan tua bersejarah yang menjadi saksi bisu perkembangan ekonomi di pusat kota ini. Seng Hap 1881 menjadi bangunan bersejarah yang berdiri di pusat kota Medan ini sekarang dibuka kembali menjadi sebuah tempat kuliner yang mengumpulkan beberapa UMKM yang ada di kota ini.









[ENG]
This centuries-old building remains standing strong in a classic style, featuring large pillars reminiscent of European architecture. Built in 1881, it has become one of Medan’s iconic landmarks and a must-visit destination in the Old Town. Inside the building, visitors can now find a wide variety of food made by local SMEs and handicrafts created by the local community; the venue also serves as a popular spot for purchasing souvenirs from Medan. The offerings range from hearty meals like rice to light snacks such as pies and steamed cakes, all the way to coffee beans.
[IND]
Bangunan tua yang sudah berdiri ratusan tahun lalu ini tetap berdiri kokoh bergaya klasik dengan pilar-pilar besar bergaya bangunan eropa, bangunan yang dibangun tahun 1881 ini saat ini menjadi salah satu ikon kota Medan yang bisa dijadikan salah satu destinasi wisata di kota tua ini. Di dalam gedung ini kini menyajikan banyak makanan buatan UMKM dan kerajinan tangan masyarakat setempat dan tempat ini dijadikan juga salah satu toko oleh-oleh dari Medan. Mulai dari makanan berat seperti nasi dan jajanan ringan seperti pie, kue kukus, sampai biji kopi.











[ENG]
Seng Hap 1881 has also been turned into a museum showcasing several old photographs depicting the Kesawan area in days gone by, as well as various artifacts from the Seng Hap store’s heyday. The interior, decorated in shades of green, white, and brown, creates a warm and comfortable atmosphere for dining and enjoying the ambiance of this centuries-old building. Around the building, many old structures still stand firmly along the classic European-style street. Shops that have been in business for several decades are still operating today, one of the oldest streets in the city of Medan is perfectly suited as a downtown tourist destination with a rich historical backdrop. Well, that’s all for today. Thank you.
[IND]
Seng Hap 1881 ini juga dijadikan museum yang menampilkan beberapa potret lama yang menampilkan penampilan daerah Kesawan pada jaman dulu dan beberapa artikel yang menampilkan toko seng Hap ini pada masanya, dengan sentuhan interior yang berwarna hijau, putih, dan coklat membuat nuansanya menjadi hangat dan nyaman untuk makan dan menikmati suasana gedung yang berusia ratusan tahun. Di sekitar gedung, masih banyak gedung-gedung lama yang masih berdiri kokoh di sepanjang jalan yang bergaya eropa yang klasik. Toko-toko yang sudah berjualan beberapa puluh tahun juga masih berdiri sampai sekarang, salah satu jalanan tertua di kota Medan ini sangat cocok dijadikan destinasi wisata tengah kota dengan latar belakang sejarah yang berharga. Baiklah, cukup sekian untuk kali ini. Terimakasih
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