The annual Sriwijaya Festival aims to preserve and promote the ancient culture of the region by bringing history to life through a programme of performances, exhibitions and activities. Attracting locals and visitors, the festival is a lively week-long event that includes live musical performances, dances and storytelling. Other, more modern events include speed boat races on the impressive Musi River. Sriwijaya was an ancient Sumatran Kingdom that was important cultural and trade centre during the 13th century; this annual festival brings the importance of its history to life.

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