Batu Batikam

Batikam Stone is a historical heritage object in Jorong Dusun Tuo, Nagari Limo Kaum, Tanah Datar Regency, Sumatra in Indonesia.[1] Translated from Indonesian, Batu Batikam means the stone being stabbed.

According to legend, the hole in the stone was created when the stone was stabbed by Datuk Parpatih Nan Sabatang.[2] The largest stone of this culture, Batikam Stone is 1.8 meters. It was previously used as a "medan nan bapaneh" or the place where the leader makes decisions. The formation of the stones around Batikam stone resemble a square of chairs with their backs turned. In the middle, there is the Batikam stone of Andes rocks. The stones are roughly 55 x 20 x 40 centimeters, with an appearance resembling a triangle.[3] The Batikam stone acts as a piece of evidence for the existence of a Minangkabau kingdom in the Neolithic era.[4] Batikam stone is a pierced stone which symbolizes the importance of peace and discussion in Minangkabau society.[5]

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References

  1. ^ Haluan. "Batu Batikam Lambang Perdamaian" (in Indonesian). Archived from the original on 26 September 2014. Retrieved 12 May 2014.
  2. ^ Antara SumBar. "Batu Batikam" (in Indonesian). Archived from the original on 12 May 2014. Retrieved 12 May 2014.
  3. ^ Padang Today. "Situs Batu Batikam" (in Indonesian). Archived from the original on May 12, 2014. Retrieved 12 May 2014.
  4. ^ EO Community. "Situs Sejarah Batu Batikam" (in Indonesian). Retrieved 12 May 2014.
  5. ^ Pelangi Holiday. "Batu Batikam Lokasi Wisata Bersejarah" (in Indonesian). Archived from the original on 9 November 2013. Retrieved 12 May 2014.
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