Best Bookstores and Libraries in Medan
Summary: What are the best bookstores and libraries in Medan? In this article we highlight the best bookstores and libraries in Medan.
Toko Buku Gunung Agung
Toko Buku Gunung Agung is a well-known bookstore chain in Indonesia that offers a wide selection of books, stationery, and educational materials.
Address: Jl. Thamrin No.75C, Kesawan, Kec. Medan Bar., Kota Medan, Sumatera Utara 20236Toko Buku Gramedia
Gramedia is one of the largest bookstore chains in Indonesia, providing a comprehensive range of books, magazines, and stationery, as well as educational and office supplies.
Website: www.gramedia.comAddress: Jl. Pemuda No.45, Petisah Tengah, Kec. Medan Petisah, Kota Medan, Sumatera Utara 20111
Toko Buku Togamas Medan
Toko Buku Togamas Medan is a popular bookstore offering a variety of books, from educational to popular fiction and non-fiction titles.
Address: Jl. H. Adam Malik No.150, Madras Hulu, Kec. Medan Polonia, Kota Medan, Sumatera Utara 20152Times Bookstore
Times Bookstore is a retail bookstore chain that provides a curated selection of books, lifestyle items, and gifts, catering to the needs of avid readers and shoppers.
Address: Sun Plaza, Lantai 4, Jl. Zainul Arifin No.7, Madras Hulu, Kec. Medan Polonia, Kota Medan, Sumatera Utara 20151Periplus Bookstore
Periplus Bookstore specializes in English-language books, offering a wide range of titles including bestsellers, children's books, and travel guides.
Website: www.periplus.comAddress: Centre Point Mall, Ground Floor, Jl. Timor Blok J No. I, Medan Tim., Kota Medan, Sumatera Utara 20231
Perpustakaan Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU)
The library of the University of North Sumatra (USU) is a major academic library that serves the students and faculty of the university, with a vast collection of academic resources.
Address: Jl. Universitas No.9, Padang Bulan, Kec. Medan Baru, Kota Medan, Sumatera Utara 20155Perpustakaan Umum Kota Medan
Perpustakaan Umum Kota Medan is the public library of Medan, offering a range of books and reading materials for the general public, including a children's section.
Address: Jl. Iskandar Muda No.1, Petisah Tengah, Kec. Medan Petisah, Kota Medan, Sumatera Utara 20112Perpustakaan Khusus Kementerian Agama
This specialized library under the Ministry of Religious Affairs provides resources primarily focused on religion, theology, and related subjects.
Address: Jl. Sisingamangaraja No.8, Petisah Tengah, Kec. Medan Petisah, Kota Medan, Sumatera Utara 20119Perpustakaan Wilayah Sumatera Utara
Perpustakaan Wilayah Sumatera Utara is a regional library that offers a wide range of books and resources, including local literature and historical documents.
Address: Jl. H. Misbah No.2, Glugur Kota, Kec. Medan Tim., Kota Medan, Sumatera Utara 20238Perpustakaan Pusat Universitas Negeri Medan (UNIMED)
The central library of the State University of Medan (UNIMED) provides educational resources and research materials for students and faculty members.
Address: Jl. Willem Iskandar Psr V, Medan Estate, Kec. Percut Sei Tuan, Kabupaten Deli Serdang, Sumatera Utara 20222
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