Jakarta: Minister of Culture Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan visited the National Museum of Indonesia today in Jakarta, accompanied by Minister of Culture of Indonesia Fadli Zon.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the museum is supervised by the Indonesian Heritage Agency and is recognized as an archaeological, historical, anthropological, and geographical museum. Located in central Jakarta, it stands as a significant cultural landmark.
The museum, established in 1868, holds the distinction of being the largest and oldest museum in Indonesia. It is one of the most prominent museums in the country and throughout Southeast Asia. The museum's extensive collection includes approximately 160,000 artifacts, featuring comprehensive collections of stone statues, Asian ceramics, and numerous artifacts and artworks. These collections represent various civilizations and cultures that have influenced the region, including the Islamic civilization.