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The Sri Indrapura Siak Palace

The Siak Indrapura Royal Palace (photo: Sinar)

The main hall of Siak Indrapura Royal Palace (photo: Pesona Indonesia)

The Sri Indrapura Siak Palace

Sri Indrapura Siak Kingdom was the largest Islamic Malay kingdom in Riau. The kingdom experienced its glorious period from the 16th to 20th centuries. Founded by Sultan Abdul Jalil Rahmat Syah in 1723 AD, Siak Indrapura palace complex has an area of around 32,000 m² and consists of four palaces. Siak Palace building combines Malay, Middle Eastern, and European architectural styles. Tourists can observe a diverse collection concerning royal objects, ranging from gold-plated throne chairs, royal umbrellas, royal deposit box, duplicate crowns of the king, and even try Riau’s traditional costumes.

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The Sri Indrapura Siak Palace

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Batik Motifs

Kasih Tak Sampai

‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to

Tabir Tanjung

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Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Rumah Mamuju

the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house

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Parang Rusak

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La Galigo

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Burung Bidadari

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Pintu Aceh

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Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Rasamala

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Tubo Kelapa

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