Museum Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II
The Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Museum is located in Palembang City, South Sumatra. This museum is dedicated to the memory of Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II, a national hero who played a crucial role in the struggle against Dutch colonial rule. The museum houses a variety of valuable collections that reflect the history and culture of Palembang and the Sultanate of Palembang Darussalam.
The museum showcases various collections, including textiles, weapons, traditional clothing, handicrafts, and coins from South Sumatra. In the museum's gardens, there are artifacts from the Sriwijaya era, such as Ganesha and Buddha statues.
Address
The Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Museum is located on Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin Street, 19 Ilir Village, Bukit Kecil Subdistrict, Palembang City, South Sumatra.
Access by Air: If you are coming from out of town or abroad, you can take a flight to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport. From the airport, you can use a taxi or available online transportation to reach the museum, which is about 10 km away and can be reached in about 20 minutes.
Access by Land: The museum is easily accessible by private vehicle or public transportation. You can use city buses, angkot (minibuses), or ojeks (motorbike taxis) to reach this location. For those using private vehicles, parking is available around the museum area.
Facilities
The Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Museum is equipped with various facilities for visitor comfort, including:
- Exhibition Room: Displays collections of historical artifacts, traditional weapons, traditional clothing, and relics of the Sultanate of Palembang Darussalam.
- Audio-Visual Room: For screening documentaries about the history of Palembang and the Sultanate of Palembang Darussalam.
- Souvenir Shop: Sells various Palembang souvenirs such as songket fabric, t-shirts, and other memorabilia.
- Café: A place to relax while enjoying light meals and drinks.
- Education Room: Equipped with facilities for educational events such as workshops, seminars, and discussions.
Admission Fees
- Adults: Rp 10,000
- Children (under 12 years): Rp 5,000
- Students (with ID): Rp 7,500
Operating Hours
The Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Museum is open daily from 09:00 to 17:00. However, it is closed on certain holidays like Idul Fitri and Idul Adha.
Museum Contact: Phone: (0711) 371202, IG: @museum_smb
