Mutualistic Social Relationship Between Tamil and Chinese Communities in the Formation of Social Space in Kampung Keling Medan

This study shows the unique relationship between the local Tamil community and Chinese newcomer community in Kampung Keling. The locality brought by Tamil community in their everyday life space and modernity brought by Chinese community in the commercial space blend together are reflected in the social space that appears in the public space along the pedestrian path in front of shop houses belonging to Chinese community. Both communities share the social space harmoniously for their respective interests. Social relationship in the area has an important role in maintaining the existence of Tamil community and the economic activities of Chinese community.