Padang
Translating as ‘big market’, Pasar Raya lives up to its name: this massive, sprawling site is the centre of Padang’s shopping universe. Here you'll be…
Must-see shopping in Sumatra
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Bukit Lawang
Along Bukit Lawang's main tourist strip is this gallery featuring original abstract and traditional paintings by local artists. Pieces cost anywhere from…
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Medan
The biggest, brashest and most central of Medan's mega shopping malls, Centre Point is just east of the train station. As well as brand-name stores,…
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West Sumatra
Makmur Arts has an extensive collection of antiques, including Minangkabau brass salapah panjang (long boxes) used for storing lime and tobacco, silver…
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Danau Toba
Roganda has a selection of wood carvings, including interesting Batak calendars, elaborate totem poles and fine musical instruments. Bargain hard. We’re…
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West Sumatra
This outdoor adventure store is handy if you're climbing Gunung Kerinci or going on a multiday trek into the jungle. It has a good selection of camping…
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Sumatra
This shiny downtown mall has all your needs covered: ATMs, supermarket, cinema, fast food and restaurants.
