Top of the most famous architectural works in Indonesia #1
Indonesia is a country with an area of 1,904,569 km2 in Southeast Asia. This is also the country with the largest area in the region and with 13,487 islands, Indonesia is known as the "Land of Thousand Islands". Culturally, Indonesia has about 300 ethnic groups, each with a distinct culture that has developed over centuries. Besides, Indonesian architecture has also become diverse and rich in lines and techniques. However, due to religious influence, Islamic works seem to encroach on other architectural works. To understand better, let's explore Indonesia's typical architectural works through the following article.
Maimun Palace
Maimun Palace is one of five famous historical buildings in Indonesia built during the Deli Sultanate period. This is one of the destinations most visited by tourists when they have the opportunity to visit the beautiful country of Indonesia. This place not only attracts tourists because of its historical value but also because of its unique interior design - a mix of Malaysian, Spanish, Indian and Italian styles.
Built by Sultan Ma'mun Al Rashid Perkasa Alamyah in 1887, the palace was designed by Dutch architect Theodoor van Erp and covers an area of 2,772 square meters with a total of 30 rooms.
The palace has become a popular tourist destination in the city, not only because of its historical heritage location but also because of its unique interior design, which combines elements of Malay cultural heritage, architecture and architecture. Islamic and Indian architecture, with Spanish and Italian furniture.
Taman Sari Castle
Built between 1758 - 1765, Taman Sari was a part of ancient royal life. Taman Sari has many functions, such as a rest area, workshop, a meditation area, a defense area, and a refuge. The name Taman Sari comes from the Javanese word meaning “fragrant garden”. This was originally a secret location meticulously designed, complex and sophisticated, used as a pleasure place for past Muslim kings and their entourages. Stepping down the stairs are two swimming pools in Portuguese architectural style with blue water and a rooftop fountain at each corne
Taman Sari Castle is a Royal garden built in the mid-18th century of the Muslim kingdom of Yogyakarta. This place includes many functions such as a resort, meditation area, defense area and hiding area. 
When visiting here, visitors will see a very large artificial lake located right in the center with a number of buildings built on it. In addition, the castle also has 3 complexes reserved for concubines and the emperor to bathe and rest.
Tongkonan ancient house
The Toraja are an indigenous ethnic group belonging to the Austronesian language family who have long settled in the southern region of Sulawesi island with a population of about 650,000 people, mainly engaged in farming, fishing and traditional handicrafts. Referring to Toraja culture, you cannot ignore the unique Tongkonan stilt house architecture. Tongkonan houses are built on tall, solid pillars.
The roof is covered with leaves, metal or fired tiles, and is designed with a tall, proud boat-shaped curve. The two bows at both ends are pulled out and curved up at a 45 degree angle, making the entire house look like a boat floating amidst the surrounding greenery.
The front of the tongkonan house usually faces north (the ancestral direction). Walls and floors are often made of wood, decorated with many characteristic colors. Many decorative motifs are said to carry the Dong Son cultural style spread from the mainland. Vertically, the overall tongkonan is divided into three parts: At the top is a sacred place for ancestors and to store heirloom treasures, in the middle is the living space of people and below the floor is where the family pillar is placed. cattle. According to Toraja concept, the three levels of space in each tongkonan represent the three levels of the universe: heaven - earth - hell. The entire tongkonan house is a miniature universe, a meeting place of the past - present - future and a convergence of energy from the four directions East - West - South - North.
Istiqlal Mosque
Istiqlal Mosque or Masjid Istiqlal (Independent Mosque) in Jakarta, Indonesia is the largest mosque in Southeast Asia. Built in 1978 to celebrate Indonesia's independence and named "Istiqlal", Arabic for "independence". In the capital Jakarta, the mosque is located next to Merdeka Square and Jakarta Cathedral. The building consists of two connected rectangular structures: the main structure and the secondary structure. 
The main structure is arranged with a prayer space with a 45m diameter spherical dome, the number 45 symbolizes the year 1945 of Indonesia's Declaration of Independence. The secondary structure includes the main gate as well as stairs and a prayer space.
The main dome is decorated with a stainless steel decorative peak in the form of a crescent and star, symbols of Islam. The smaller secondary dome is also decorated with a stainless steel pinnacle with the name of Allah (God) in Arabic calligraphy. The building can accommodate 120,000 people to pray, including the main room, 5 surrounding floors, corridors and large yard. According to the keeper of the church, at one time it held up to 200,000 people. The 5 floors surrounding the main room represent the 5 commandments of Islam. The dome's ceiling has colors that change from day to day.
