Kampung Arab Al-Munawar
Kampung Al-Munawar
An old village on the south bank of the Musi, home for more than two centuries to descendants of Arab settlers, with several century-old stilt houses.
Al-Munawar village lies in 13 Ulu on the south bank. Arab merchants from Hadhramaut in Yemen settled here from the 18th century, and their descendants formed the village community. About eight century-old houses survive, blending the limas, Palembang's traditional stilt house, with Dutch colonial architectural styles. Residents still keep Arab etiquette, food and religious customs. You can reach the village landing directly by small boat from the Kuto Besak Fort jetty, and a walking visit takes about 1 hour. Please respect residents' privacy and dress conservatively.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Chandra Nadi Temple (Soei Goeat Kiong)
- Pasar 16 Ilir
- Ampera Bridge
- Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Museum
- Monpera (Monument of People's Struggle)
- Great Mosque of Palembang
- Kampung Kapitan
- Kawah Tekurep Royal Tombs