Back to Map
Indonesia

Makam Papan Tinggi

7th-8th century funerary complex on hill

Time Periods

Paleolithic

Paleolithic

Mesolithic

Mesolithic

Neolithic

Neolithic

Chalcolithic

Chalcolithic

Bronze Age

Bronze Age

Iron Age

Iron Age

Classical Period

Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Early Modern Period

Early Modern Period

Industrial Period

Industrial Period

Contemporary Period

Contemporary Period

About

Makam Papan Tinggi is an archaeological site located in Barus, Central Tapanuli Regency, Indonesia. This historic funerary complex, situated atop a hill, contains seven ancient tombs that date back to the 7th or 8th centuries CE, placing it within the Early Post-Classical Period. One significant burial within the site is that of Mahmud ibn 'Abd al-Rahman, a religious figure from Yemen who died in 664 CE. His tomb, notably large at approximately eight meters in length, highlights the cultural and religious exchanges that occurred in this region during that time. The site has been recognized for its historical importance and continues to attract visitors as a place of religious tourism.

Gallery

Explore photographs of ancient structures, artifacts, and archaeological excavations at Makam Papan Tinggi

FileMakam_Syeikh_Mahmud_Barus_Papan_Tinggi_..JPG

Archaeological Features

Explore the unique architectural and cultural elements found at this historical site

Burial and Funerary Structures

TombsCemeteries

Historical Timeline

Journey through time and discover key events in this site's archaeological history

Plan Your Visit

Details

Country
Indonesia
Source
Wikipedia