Holiday Ayo - Not far from the heart of Batang, in Sojomerto Village, there is an interesting historical relic. Here there is an inscription called the Sojomerto Inscription which according to belief is the oldest legacy of the Syailendra dynasty. The stone inscription is inscribed with the Kawi script in the ancient Malay language. Estimates of this object were made in the seventh century AD.

What is unique is that the Sojomerto Inscription is located in a residential area. This object is also located in the yard of one of the residents. Even so, this inscription made of andesite has been registered as a cultural heritage. So that the management of this place is very good and deserves to be visited by tourists. For lovers of historical tourism, this place is a must-visit because it saves the story of the Syailendra dynasty in the past.

In the object made of andesite stone, a note is engraved that describes a character named Dapunta Syailendra. The contents of the inscription more or less explain the figure of Dapunta Syailendra is a follower of the Shiva religion.

It also contains the family names of Dapunta Syailendra. His father's name is Santanu, his mother's name is Badrawati, and his wife's name is Sampula. This inscription is also evidence of the presence of the Syailendra family on the north coast of Java.

Then the possibility also arises that Dapunta Syailendra is one of the Kings of the Sriwijaya Kingdom. This is related to the expedition carried out by the Sriwijaya Kingdom to the island of Java as written on the Kota Kapur Inscription.

Tourists can see up close the charm of this inscription. Although the shape is like an ordinary stone, the carved writing is a beauty in itself. Pallawa-style writing with a neat structure makes for an amazing thing. This thing is actually in the people's yard. Around him was a fence protecting the inscription.

While the shape has a height of 78 centimeters, a length of 43 centimeters, and a thickness of 7 centimeters, this stone has a shape that is still intact. Almost all of the sculptures can be seen clearly. Only a few are slightly lost due to erosion with age. The missing parts of the sculpture are mostly on the right and left sides.

Because of its location in a village area, tourists can interact with local residents at the same time. Residents in this cultural heritage area are very friendly and are used to meeting tourists. The rural atmosphere is still strong in Sojomerto Village. The rice fields that are still spread wide provide a cool and pleasant atmosphere. This certainly makes tourists feel at home for long in this place.

The residents in this village also sell various kinds of culinary for the needs of tourists. after tired of looking around, tourists can taste the various dishes available. Pecel rice, meatballs and so on. There are also sellers of souvenirs from typical Batang snacks such as Gethuk Mawur or Surabi Kalibeluk.

Entrance Ticket Prices and Opening Hours of the Sojomerto Inscription

Entrance ticket IDR 5,000
Every Day 24 Hours

This historical tourist destination for the Sojomerto Inscription is located at Sojomerto Village, Reban District, Batang Regency, Central Java. The location is very strategic and access to this place is also very good. The location is approximately 20 kilometers from the center of Batang City and can be reached in approximately 30 minutes driving.