KISAH (SEJARAH) ASAL USUL KOTA BENGKULU

On the west coast of Sumatra Island lies a city whose name resonates with the history of the global spice trade and the struggle for independence. Bengkulu, or Bencoolen in ancient records, is more than just a name. It is the nexus of ancient civilizations, European colonial ambitions, and the birthplace of the love of the proclaimer who gave birth to the heirloom flag. Let's trace the history that shaped this unique city, from a legend at the mouth of a river to a fully established province.