Siak, Administrative region in Riau, Indonesia
Siak is an administrative regency in Riau on Sumatra, encompassing land across fourteen districts with a population of around 480,000 people. The region is crossed by rivers that form the main transportation network.
The territory was part of the Sultanate of Siak Sri Indrapura until 1999, when it became an independent administrative region. This separation marked the transition from sultanate rule to modern regional government.
The former palace of Siak Sri Indrapura now operates as a museum, where visitors can see the golden throne of past sultans and an antique Komet music box. These objects tell the story of the region's royal heritage and display the splendor of the sultanate.
Visitors reach Siak best by boat from Pekanbaru, with services departing every few days. River travel should be planned around the rainy season when water levels are higher and navigation is easier.
The Tengku Agung Sultanah Latifah Bridge was built in 2007 and once held the title of Indonesia's longest bridge before newer structures surpassed it. This engineering project reflects the region's development and importance.
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