Gentala Arasy Tower Museum, Islamic museum in Arab Melayu, Indonesia
The Gentala Arasy Tower Museum is a building housing a collection of Islamic artifacts, religious manuscripts, and historical objects along the Batang Hari River. Its rooms contain Quran manuscripts, ancient coins, and garments that document the religious heritage of the region.
The museum was founded in 2014 and opened in 2015 by Vice President Muhammad Jusuf Kalla, marking official recognition of Islamic education in the province. This establishment came after years of local effort to preserve the region's religious history.
The name comes from a prominent Islamic scholar in the region, and the rooms display everyday items like traditional clothing and religious objects still used in local communities. This collection shows how people here have lived and transmitted their faith across generations.
The best way to explore the museum is to arrive early in the day when crowds are lighter and you can examine the displays at a leisurely pace. The rooms are well-marked, and information boards help you understand the objects on display.
A large bedug drum in the circular exhibition hall is an object that speaks to Jambi's role in Indonesian Islamic musical tradition. This drum is rarely displayed in other museums and shows how sound and ritual were closely connected in this place.
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