Indonesia
a treasure chest
of the East
Indonesia National Museum
I chance upon a treasure
chest of the East
Indonesia National Museum
spoons, plates, bowls....
left by sinophils
A visit to the National Museum in Jakarta will enable one to see
the rich cultures of the country which has 300 ethnic groups.
A plathero of cultures and arts came to the country over the last few thousand years. Indonesia has all along been the major maritime and spice routes.
There is one hall in the museum dedicated to Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese and Thai pottery dating back two thousand years.
Another section showcases the interesting houses of the different peoples in Indonesia. One house called the honey hive looks like a little dome.
Statues of hindu gods, the buddhas among others lined the corridors.
In fact, at the entrance are a few large meditating buddhas from the Borobudor, one of the seven wonders of the world.
Of course, Islam is also represented in many porcelain as well as printed materials.
Royal ware crafted in gold such as jewelleries, krises and containers were also exhibited.
You need to spend five hours here to savour everything. Of course, it is better to make several trips to soak in the rich heritage of Indonesia.
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