Waktu:
17 - 18 Agustus 2008
Tempat:
Sungai Musi, Palembang, Sumatra Selatan, Indonesia
Kontak:
T : (62-711) 356661, 310026
F : (62-711) 311544
Keterangan:
August 17 is Indonesia`s Independence Day and is celebrated throughout the country by its people who actively participate in difference kinds of activities. In Palembang, the capital of South Sumatra province, the people have unique celebration with a Bidar (canoe) Race, held on Musi River which meanders through the city. The canoes are shaped to resemble animals or animals heads, each of which can hold 40 rowers in colorful outfits. It is a one day celebration and starts after the flag hoisting ceremony in the morning, then followed by exhibition of handicrafts and cultural performances.
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