Perjuangan Rakyat Sumatera Bagian Selatan Monument Museum

The Perjuangan Rakyat Sumatera Bagian Selatan Monument Museum is a memorial and museum in Palembang that documents the independence struggle of the region. The exhibition displays military equipment, historical photographs, uniforms, weapons, and documents from that period.

The museum was founded in 1980 and commemorates a five-day military conflict when Dutch forces besieged Palembang with tanks and artillery. This clash was a critical moment in Indonesia's fight for independence.

The statues of local leaders Dr. A. K. Gani and H. Barlian inside represent the faces behind the resistance movement. They stand as reminders of the individuals who shaped the fight for independence.

The building is centrally located in Palembang and is accessible on most weekdays. Visitors should allow enough time to explore the various exhibition areas and artifacts at a comfortable pace.

The building's architecture features five petals that symbolize both the purity of sacrifice and the five districts involved in South Sumatra's independence command. This thoughtful design merges visual beauty with historical meaning.

Location: South Sumatra

Location: Palembang

Inception: 1980

GPS coordinates: -2.98983,104.76072

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:08