Panglima Minal Tomb and Dara Sembilan Tomb

Senggoro Village, Bengkalis District

Panglima Minal Tomb and Dara Sembilan Tomb

Panglima Minal Tomb and Dara Sembilan Tomb in Senggoro Village, Bengkalis District, offer an extraordinary journey through the heroic legacy of Riau's glorious past. The Panglima Minal Tomb tells the legendary story of Gombak Bauk from Batu Sangkar, West Sumatra, who successfully eliminated sea pirates (lanun) in the Bengkalis Strait under the command of the Siak King. His triumph over the pirate leader earned him the title Panglima Minal and the trusted position of Admiral guarding the waters. Meanwhile, the Dara Sembilan Tomb preserves a heart-wrenching tragedy of nine daughters of Bathin Hitam who sacrificed their lives to avoid capture by Portuguese colonizers in 1512. These two historic sites serve not only as silent witnesses to anti-colonial resistance but also as symbols of the courage and sacrifice of Bengkalis people in defending their homeland. The Dara Sembilan tomb, appearing as an earthen mound (munggu) measuring 7 x 12 meters with East-West orientation, holds archaeological mysteries with scattered ancient bricks on its surface. According to research by the Cultural Heritage Preservation Office, this site is believed to be an underground protective bunker resembling fortifications found in West Sumatra. Visitors can experience a profound spiritual atmosphere while learning about the heroic resistance that took place on July 30, 1512 - a date now commemorated as Bengkalis Foundation Day. This location is perfect for travelers seeking deep historical tourism experiences, offering mystical ambiance and high educational value about Indonesia's independence struggles.

Operating Hours: 08.00-17.00 WIB
Ticket Price: Free
Transportation Access: • Located about 200 meters from main road via footpath • Through local plantations and bushes • Accessible by vehicle to main road, continued on foot
Location: Senggoro Village, Bengkalis District
Coordinates: 1.4600840, 102.1292810

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