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The State Museum
Relatively new the building was erected in 1977
only, however, its collection of around 2000 relics and antiquities
originating from the province would make a visit here definitely
worthwhile. See ancient household articles, utensils, looms, hunting
tools, a bridal room and some preserved animals of the region.
Ki Gede Ing Suro Ancient Cemetery
This cemetery dates back from the 1 6th century
where as many as 38 ancient tombs are found of which one of them
belongs to Ki Gede Ing Suro, one of the prominent forefathers of
South Sumatra's present society. Notably, these 38 tombs are found
under one roof of one building.
"Punti Kayu" Natural Pine Forest
This recently built recreational complex covers an area of 50 hectares,
consisting of four parts: an amusement park, a recreation park,
an natural forest, and a man- made lake.
In this complex are to befound a children's playground, a cultural
park, a souvenirs shop, restaurants and an imformation booth. Because
of its proximity to the capital and easy accessibility, this complex
actually mainly caters to the local inhabitants of the city of Palembang,
however, international tourists may enjoy passing a calm day here
to watch urbanites amuse themselves.
"Tenang waterfall"
Rich in the number of small as well as big rivers flowing through
this province, waterfalls of various sizes come with them too. The
biggest in the region is the "Tenang" waterfall where
the water smashes down from a height of 90 meters into a deep pool
and further downstream in a strong current. By public transportation
it takes 2 hours from Palembang, however, less by private car. Located
in the Muara Enim regency.
Kamero Island
Forty kilometers from Palembang, Kamero Island is a popular recreation
site in the middle of the Musi river. The island has a Buddhist
temple.
"Limas", the traditional house
Another interesting item to see is the Limas house which are still
found scattered over the province, most of them built on riversides,
however, not facing the waterfront.
One explanation could be that daily household activities can be
done in full privacy, out of sight of passers-by. These very ornate
wooden houses built on stilts have rather sizable measurements:
from 15 to 20 m in width and from 30 to 60 m in length. A good part
of the house has hand carved columns, door and window frames and
cross vent
ilation between the rooms by placing wooden panels with flow-through
carvings just below the ceilings. Indeed, it would almost be a must
to observe the architecture and style of these Limas houses, some
of them open to the public.
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