HISTORY OF THE KESEPUHAN
Kasepuhan palace is the grandest and most well preserved palace in Cirebon. Meaning in every corner of the palace architecture was also known for the historic. The front page is a walled palace of red brick and there is a hall therein.
This palace has a museum that is complete and contains heirlooms and paintings of the royal collection. One of the trains is a collection of sacred Singa Barong. This train is no longer used and only issued to each one of Shawwal to be bathed.
The interior of the palace consists of a main building which is white. In it there is a living room, bedroom and throne.
Kasepuhan palace was founded in 1529 by Prince Mas Mochammad Arifin II (great-grandson of Sunan Gunung Jati) which replaces the throne of Sunan Gunung Jati in 1506. He lives in the palace Great Pakungwati Cirebon. Kraton Kraton Pakungwati Kasepuhan formerly, while the title of Prince Mas Mochammad Arifin Panembahan Pakungwati I. The name comes from the name of the Queen Pakungwati Goddess Pakungwati bint who married Prince Cakrabuana Sunan Gunung Jati. He died in 1549 in the Great Mosque in the Copyright taste very old age. His name is enshrined and venerated by Sunan Gunung Jati lineage as the name Kraton Kraton Kraton Pakungwati now called Kasepuhan.
In front of the palace there Kesepuhan square in ancient times called Sangkala Buana square which houses a military exercise held on Saturday or the term at the time was Saptonan. And in this square was formerly held a variety of penalties against any of the people who break the rules like flogging. In the west there is a Masjid Sultan kasepuhan quite magnificent work of the trustees is the Great Mosque Notices taste. Meanwhile, in the east of the plaza that formerly was a market economy - is now a very famous kesepuhan market with pocinya. The model forms palace facing north with building the mosque on the west and east and the market square in the middle is the palace models at that time mainly located in coastal areas. Even now, this model is widely followed by all districts / cities, especially in Java, in front of government buildings are square and to the west there is a mosque.
Before entering the gate Kasepuhan palace complex there are two marquee, to the west of the previously called Pancaratna a gathering place for palace courtier, headman or the civil service today is called. While the east is called Pancaniti pavilion which houses the palace when the officers holding military exercises in the square.
Entering the palace complex on the left there is a fairly tall building with solid brick walls around it. The building is named Siti Cirebon Inggil or in everyday language is weak duwur the high ground. True to its name this building was very tall and looks like a temple complex at the time of Majapahit. The building was founded in 1529, during the reign of Sheikh Sharif Hidayatullah (Sunan Gunung Jati). In the front yard there Inggil Siti rectangular stone table place to relax. This building is an outbuilding that was made in the 1800s. Siti Inggil has two gate with stylized motifs architect moment Majapahit era. At the north gate called Adi, while in the south called Gate Bull. Below there are bull gate with the inscription Sakala Candra Kuta Bull Bata Tinata which if interpreted was in 1451. saka which is the year of manufacture (1451 Saka = 1529 AD). The north wall of the complex, while Siti Inggil pristine south've never experienced restoration / renovation. On the walls there are complex Siti Inggil plates and porslen-porslen from Europe and the country of China with the year of manufacture 1745 AD In the complex there are 5 Siti Inggil building without walls that has a name and its own function. The main building, located in the center named Malang Semirang with a number of the major pillars that symbolize the 6 pillars of faith and add up the entire pole totaling 20 pieces representing 20 attributes of Allah SWT. This building is where the sultan saw military exercises or see the execution of the sentence. The building to the left of the main building with a number of named Pendawa five pillars five pillars of Islam symbolize fruit. The building is where the bodyguard sultan.Bangunan right of the main building named Semar Tinandu with 2 poles which symbolize Two Sentence Creed. This building is where advisors Sultan / Penghulu.
Behind the main building named Mande Pangiring which is where the bridesmaids Sultan, while the building is adjacent to mande pangiring Karasemen Mande, this place is a bridesmaid tetabuhan / gamelan. In the building is still used to ring Gamelan Sekaten (Gong Sekati), the orchestra sounded only 2 times a year ie Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. In addition to 5 buildings without walls are also a kind of stone monument called Linga Yoni which is a symbol of fertility. Linga means the male and female Yoni means. The building is derived from the Hindu culture. And on top of the wall around the complex there are Siti Inggil temple complex barrel for aligning of Siti Inggil this.
PALACE Kasepuhan Kasepuhan located in the Village, District Lemahwungkuk, Cirebon is the first palace once established around the 13th century. As the seat of government of the Sultanate of Cirebon in those days.
As the first Sultan of the Sultanate of Cirebon, Kasepuhan Palace has a history longer than most other third-palace. This palace also has the largest area kekeratonan, kekeratonannya region reaches more than 10 Ha. This palace is located in the south of the square with the Grand Mosque in the west Notices Taste square.
At the beginning of the establishment of the first buildings constructed palace is Pakungwati I. Pakungwati palace built facing towards the Java Sea and back to Mount Ciremai. The building is on the east side there is a palace building Pakungwati II.
A lot of history that is stored in the palace, as well as relics contained therein such as a stretcher-shaped body and bird-headed creature fish. It symbolizes "As high as high as a leader in his leadership still must be able to see and explore the state of each of the people that are below".
The series a long way in building a government at the time. Kasepuhan palace as the palace of the first in Cirebon. It shows how big the role and influence of culture in building economic Cirebon during the reign of the Sultanate of time.
Kasepuhan palace is now no longer holds the reins of government and run as in the Sultanate of Cirebon. But as a cultural heritage, palace Kasepuhan has a meaning and a very important role in the long journey to build a culture and economy Cirebon
Lineage SULTAN Kasepuhan CIREBON
1. Prince Pasarean
2. Prince Carbon in Teak
3. Panembahan Queen
4. Prince Carbon in Teak
5. Panembahan Girilaya
6. Sultan Raja Syamsudin
7. Sultan Raja Tajularipin Jamaludin
8. Sultan Sejuh King Jaenudin
9. Suna Sepuh Sultan Raja Moh Jaenudin
10. Sultan Sejuh Safidin Matangaji
11. Sultan Hasanudin Sejuh
12. Sultan Sepuh I
13. Sultan Sejuh King Samsudin I
14. Sultan Sejuh King Samsudin II
15. Sultan Sepuh King Ningrat
16. Sultan Sepuh Jamaludin Aluda
17. Sultan Sejuh King Rajaningrat
18. Prince Sultan Raja H. Duke Maulana Pakuningrat, SH
19. Prince Sultan Raja Arif Duke Natadiningrat
Features that exist in Cirebon Kraton kasepuhan
Visiting Kasepuhan palace seemed to visit the city of Cirebon past. The presence of Sultan Kasepuhan also further strengthens that ever happened in the city of Cirebon acculturation. Acculturation that occurs not only between cultures Java Sundanese culture, but also with the various cultures of the world, such as China, India, Arab, and European. This is a form of identity and community Cirebon typical today, which is not Javanese and Sundanese not. The impression has been felt since the beginning of entering the palace site. The existence of two white tiger statues at the gate, in addition to symbolizing the Sultanate of Cirebon is the successor to the Kingdom Padjajaran, also shows the influence of Hinduism as the official religion of the kingdom Padjajaran. Gates that resemble temples in Bali, carved doors gapuranya European style, fence Siti Hingilnya of Chinese ceramics, and the walls of the palace made of red brick typical Javanese architecture, is another evidence of acculturation. Shades of acculturation increasingly apparent when entering the front room that serves as a museum. In addition to containing a variety of knick-knacks typical Javanese kingdom in general, such as carriage lion barong, two ancient palanquin, and various types of weapons centuries-old heritage, the museum, visitors can also see the various collections of souvenirs such as jewelry and weapons from abroad, such as Egyptian rifles, cannons Mongols, and armor Portuguese. Throne made of simple wooden background color flag symbolizing nine Wali Songo. This proves that the Sultanate of Cirebon was also influenced by Javanese culture and religion. In addition, visitors can see the backyard garden of the palace and some of the well springs are considered sacred and a blessing. This area is visited by pilgrims at a ceremony held talisman length the palace every year to commemorate the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad.
Decorative culture in the Cirebon Kraton Kasepuhan
Ceremony
Syawalan Gunung Jati
Any initial public Shawwal bula Cirebon region generally make a pilgrimage to the grave of Sunan Gunung Jati. In addition it is also to do tahlilan.
Replace Welit
Yag ceremony held every year at the Tomb Kramat Trusmi to replace the roof of the family tomb of Ki Buyut Trusmi using Welit (woven palm leaves). Ceremony performed by the Trusmi. Usually held on the 25th of the month Mulud.
Rajaban
Ceremonies and pilgrimage to the tomb of the Prince and Prince Kejaksan Panjunan in Plangon. Generally attended by the relatives of the descendants of both prince. Conducted every 27 Rajab. Located in the tourist district Plangon Babakan Urban Sources approximately 1 km from the city center source.
Replace shingles
The ceremony is held every 4 years in the tomb of Ki Buyut Kramat Trusmi to replace the roof of the tomb that uses shingles. Usually celebrated with Leather puppet show and Fly.
Muludan
Ceremonies are held each month Mulud (Maulud) at the Tomb of Sunan Gunung Jati. Namely a cleaning / washing Heritage palace known as amulets length. The event was held on the 8th of s / d 12 Mulud. While the center of activities carried out in the palace.
Salawean Trusmi
One of the activities carried out at the tomb shrine Ki Buyut Trusmi. In addition, also held tahlilan. The event was held every 25th of the month Mulud.
Nadran
Nadran or parties are generally carried by sea as fishermen for the purpose of safety and ceremony to thank the Creator who has given sustenance. Implemented in almost along the coast (fishing berths) with time varying activities.
1. Prince Pasarean
2. Prince Carbon in Teak
3. Panembahan Queen
4. Prince Carbon in Teak
5. Panembahan Girilaya
6. Sultan Raja Syamsudin
7. Sultan Raja Tajularipin Jamaludin
8. Sultan Sejuh King Jaenudin
9. Suna Sepuh Sultan Raja Moh Jaenudin
10. Sultan Sejuh Safidin Matangaji
11. Sultan Hasanudin Sejuh
12. Sultan Sepuh I
13. Sultan Sejuh King Samsudin I
14. Sultan Sejuh King Samsudin II
15. Sultan Sepuh King Ningrat
16. Sultan Sepuh Jamaludin Aluda
17. Sultan Sejuh King Rajaningrat
18. Prince Sultan Raja H. Duke Maulana Pakuningrat, SH
19. Prince Sultan Raja Arif Duke Natadiningrat
Features that exist in Cirebon Kraton kasepuhan
Visiting Kasepuhan palace seemed to visit the city of Cirebon past. The presence of Sultan Kasepuhan also further strengthens that ever happened in the city of Cirebon acculturation. Acculturation that occurs not only between cultures Java Sundanese culture, but also with the various cultures of the world, such as China, India, Arab, and European. This is a form of identity and community Cirebon typical today, which is not Javanese and Sundanese not. The impression has been felt since the beginning of entering the palace site. The existence of two white tiger statues at the gate, in addition to symbolizing the Sultanate of Cirebon is the successor to the Kingdom Padjajaran, also shows the influence of Hinduism as the official religion of the kingdom Padjajaran. Gates that resemble temples in Bali, carved doors gapuranya European style, fence Siti Hingilnya of Chinese ceramics, and the walls of the palace made of red brick typical Javanese architecture, is another evidence of acculturation. Shades of acculturation increasingly apparent when entering the front room that serves as a museum. In addition to containing a variety of knick-knacks typical Javanese kingdom in general, such as carriage lion barong, two ancient palanquin, and various types of weapons centuries-old heritage, the museum, visitors can also see the various collections of souvenirs such as jewelry and weapons from abroad, such as Egyptian rifles, cannons Mongols, and armor Portuguese. Throne made of simple wooden background color flag symbolizing nine Wali Songo. This proves that the Sultanate of Cirebon was also influenced by Javanese culture and religion. In addition, visitors can see the backyard garden of the palace and some of the well springs are considered sacred and a blessing. This area is visited by pilgrims at a ceremony held talisman length the palace every year to commemorate the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad.
Decorative culture in the Cirebon Kraton Kasepuhan
Ceremony
Syawalan Gunung Jati
Any initial public Shawwal bula Cirebon region generally make a pilgrimage to the grave of Sunan Gunung Jati. In addition it is also to do tahlilan.
Replace Welit
Yag ceremony held every year at the Tomb Kramat Trusmi to replace the roof of the family tomb of Ki Buyut Trusmi using Welit (woven palm leaves). Ceremony performed by the Trusmi. Usually held on the 25th of the month Mulud.
Rajaban
Ceremonies and pilgrimage to the tomb of the Prince and Prince Kejaksan Panjunan in Plangon. Generally attended by the relatives of the descendants of both prince. Conducted every 27 Rajab. Located in the tourist district Plangon Babakan Urban Sources approximately 1 km from the city center source.
Replace shingles
The ceremony is held every 4 years in the tomb of Ki Buyut Kramat Trusmi to replace the roof of the tomb that uses shingles. Usually celebrated with Leather puppet show and Fly.
Muludan
Ceremonies are held each month Mulud (Maulud) at the Tomb of Sunan Gunung Jati. Namely a cleaning / washing Heritage palace known as amulets length. The event was held on the 8th of s / d 12 Mulud. While the center of activities carried out in the palace.
Salawean Trusmi
One of the activities carried out at the tomb shrine Ki Buyut Trusmi. In addition, also held tahlilan. The event was held every 25th of the month Mulud.
Nadran
Nadran or parties are generally carried by sea as fishermen for the purpose of safety and ceremony to thank the Creator who has given sustenance. Implemented in almost along the coast (fishing berths) with time varying activities.
