The emblem of South Sumatra Province (Sumatera Selatan), Indonesia, with the motto "Bersatu Teguh" (united we strong). The emblem features the "limasan" roof typical of South Sumatra traditional house, with 17 pointy roof ornaments and 45 roof tiles to symbolize 17 August 1945, the independence day of Indonesia. In the circle in the center is the Ampera Bridge, the landmark of Palembang with Musi River and Mount Dempo, all are important landmark of South Sumatra. The center circle is adorned with golden padma (lotus) flower to symbolize South Sumatra Buddhist historical past as the capital of Srivijaya empire. The lotus have 5 petals to symbolize Pancasila the five principles of Indonesia. Achieved in 1968 per Peraturan Daerah Propinsi Sumatera Selatan No. 4/DPRDGR-55/1968
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2010-12-06
Redraw from official emblem of South Sumatra Province