In the history of the Indonesian nation, there are dozens of established kingdoms. Recorded since the 4th century one by one the kingdom began to stand, especially when it was mostly patterned Hindu and Buddhist. In this article we will discuss some of the biggest kingdoms in Indonesia.
Entering the fifteenth century madziri began to collapse and eventually stood a few countries that are Islamic. At that time the Islamic kingdom emerged when inclusive with the entry of the Dutch and other nations to colonize the archipelago.
List of the Greatest Kingdoms in Indonesia Throughout History
Of these, there are some, big and more for Indonesia today. There are also a lot of relics from these people today. So we know what's the biggest in Indonesia, here's the review:
** Majapahit kingdom **
Patih Gajah Mada
There is no doubt that this kingdom deserves to be called the greatest kingdom in Indonesia. How come? almost all regions in the archipelago became the kingdom of Majapahit Kingdom. Since the establishment of the kingdom in 1293, this kingdom has continued to roll out their military and defense, until finally they are able to make invitations to some areas in the archipelago, especially Java and Sumatra.
Behind the powerful military and defense system of the Majapahit Empire there are some very influential people in the kingdom, such as Gajah Mada and Admiral Nala. Both men are leaders who are able to bring the Majapahit Kingdom to its golden age.
The kingdom of Majapahit also has a very good relationship with several kingdoms from abroad. In addition, the Majapahit Kingdom is also very clever in terms of politics they can produce without having to fight. Express this togetherness in Indonesia must be destroyed 200 years after its founding, which occurred with some very large internal conflicts.
In addition, Majapahit Kingdom also has a large component for now. As an example of this role in the field of culture that until now also still exist. Art Reog Ponorogo for example, this art was first performed in front of the king Brawijaya to V when there is a royal event.
** Sriwijaya Kingdom **
sriwijaya in the largest in indonesia
Heritage of Sriwijaya Kingdom
Sriwijaya Kingdom is one of the largest nautical gods owned by the Indonesian nation. Based on its heritage in the form of inscriptions and travel notes, this paradise was established around the 7th century AD In addition the kingdom located in Sumatra has strong strength throughout Sumatra, West Java, Malacca and the region in Thailand.
This kingdom is very strong in the field of trade to far away to cooperate with the Kingdom of Sriwijaya. Sriwijaya kingdom in the golden age in the 9th century AD At the same time this happens more than income from goods that come out and enter through trading vessels.
From the golden age of this Sriwijaya Kingdom we really know that the thing that makes this kingdom big is in the field of commerce. In addition to the trade sector, this kingdom also has a very wide state power. This is evidenced in the 9th century where this region includes Sumatra, Sri Lanka, Malay Peninsula, West Java, Sulawesi, Maluku, Borneo and the Philippines.
With the vastness of the ruler made the Sriwijaya Kingdom into a great maritime kingdom until the 13th century AD
** Kutai Kingdom **
Heritage of Kutai Kingdom
Unlike the two previous stories whose historical evidence is still widely found, this Kutai Kingdom really has little historical evidence. Some inventions only find some relics alone Like: Yupa or inscriptions are revealed much about the history that can survive for more than 1200 years.
In the history of the Kingdom of Kutai, the first king of Kudungga ruled for a very long time of about 350-375 years. Territory of power from all regions in East Kalimantan. Besides, the kingdom is also not known by playing with the restoration of territory to many areas.
** Kingdom of Singasari **
Heritage of Singasari Kingdom
This kingdom was founded in 1222 by the famous king Ken Arok. In history he was able to build a kingdom of that size by removing the territory until the island of Sumatra. Singasari has a long life of 100 years since the establishment of the kingdom.
In addition Singasari Kingdom also sent many troops to Sumatra. The so-called defenses of the Mongolian attack were known to be very powerful at the time. In addition to having several areas in Sumatra, they also managed to conquer Bali in 1284.
With this Kingdom Singasari has a great power covering Malay, Bali, Pahan, Urun and Bakulapura while in its golden age. The greatness of this kingdom is even to make Kubilah Khan should send a delegation to be able to recognize sovereignty in the region.
** Sultanate of Mataram **
Relics of Ancient Mataram Kingdom
Mataram is one of the kingdom is quite large and very strong in Java. This kingdom stood in the 16th century and only lasted less than 100 years. When the Kingdom of Mataram came to power, the Dutch began to enter and colonize the archipelago.
Mataram is one of the kingdom that has an important role in against the Dutch. As time went on, this kingdom almost dominated most of Java. Currently newly built Batavia Mataram even attacked the city is all-out.
There are several cities from this city that spread in East Java and West Java Island. Important cities in the east include: Malang, Surabaya, Pasuruan and Gresik. While on the west consists of Ciamis, Sumedang, and cirebon.
But the Kingdom of Mataram should be split into two Dutch Consequences. From the split that still stands firmly today, namely Surakarta and Surakarta Sultanate. Until now only the Sultanate of Yogyakarta is still applying the system of the kingdom.
** Kingdom of Samudera Pasai **
Relics of Pasai Ocean
Samudera Pasai is one of the first and greatest in the history of Islam in Indonesia. This kingdom was established in the 13th century after the collapse of the Kingdom of Sriwijaya. In addition, this is a combination of the Kingdom of Pase and Peurlak.
In terms of power, this kingdom has a region that almost controlled the area of Malacca. In the achievement of Ocean Pasai more clear in terms of trade and shipping. Not only excels in the trade and shipping sectors only, even this has a very strong relationship with some areas in the Arabian Peninsula.
At that time the currency in the Kingdom of Samudera Pasai has been using gold coins. With the use of gold coins as a means of payment this Indies Ocean Pasai has progressed rapidly.
** Kingdom of Demak **
Historically, the Kingdom of Demak is the first and the largest in the land of Java is patterned Islamic. This kingdom was previously a duchy of the Majapahit Kingdom, and later emerged as a new power that inherited the legitimacy of Majapahit greatness. The Sultanate of Demak also became the pioneer of the spread of Islam in the land of Java.
At the beginning of the 16th century this kingdom became the strongest on the island of Java and nothing else could match it at that time. In addition, Demak Kingdom also has close relationships with several important people from Thion Falun and China. In addition, Demak Kingdom also advanced in terms of shipping.
In the legacy of this Kingdom inherited Demak Mosque which according to tradition established by Walisongo.
** Kingdom of Banten **
Heritage of Banten Sultanate
Kingdom of Banten is an Islamic kingdom established in 1526. At that time the new Demak Kingdom expand its influence to the western coastal area of Java Island. By conquering several port areas then make it a trading place and military base area.
After the conquest, Maulana Hasanudding (Sunan Gunung Jati's grandson) discovered a fortress called Surosowan, which became the center of government. For almost 3 centuries this kingdom lasted and even until the great golden age. At the same time the colonists from Europe came and planted their influence.
The political power of the Sultanate of Banten finally collapsed in 1813 after the Surosowan Palace as a symbol of strength in the City of Diamond intanged. And by destroying it the palace, the sultan of Banten and the subordinate king of the colonial government in the Dutch East Indies. In addition, the collapse of this kingdom is also by the hadith of war.