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Ampera Bridge in Palembang

The Ampera Bridge (photo: Wikipedia)

Ampera Bridge

Ampera Bridge is a historic bridge which was built during 1962-1965 for the Asian Games IV. It has a length of about 1,177 meters, 22 meters wide and 63 meters high from the ground surface. This makes the Ampera Bridge the longest bridge in ASEAN. It acts as a busy hub during the day, yet provides an excellent view during the night.

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Ampera Bridge

Tourist Attractions in South Sumatra

South Sumatra

Batik Motifs

Bintik Tujuh

The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as

Jupri Kembang Teh

Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of

Jumputan Bintang

The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to

 

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Batik

Motifs

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Sekar Jati

Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that

Tubo Kelapa

Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more

Mahkota Siger

Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and

Desa Na Ualu

The Gorga motif of Ualu Village is the symbol of the eight cardinal

Sido Mulyo

Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Tenun Bima

The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great

Kuda Sepasang

For the people of Kupang, having a strong horse is a matter of

Pattimura

Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in