Palembang, the ancient capital of the Srivijaya Empire, is home to the magnificent Great Mosque of Palembang and numerous historic Islamic architectural sites. The city played a crucial role in the spread of Islam throughout the Malay Archipelago and Southeast Asia from the 13th century onwards. Today, Palembang maintains a strong Muslim majority with vibrant Islamic traditions, traditional markets, and religious schools that preserve centuries-old Islamic scholarly heritage.