About Istana Amantubillah
Istana Amantubillah is the royal palace of the former Mempawah Kingdom located in Pulau Pedalaman, Mempawah Timur, Mempawah Regency, West Kalimantan. Built in 1922 during the reign of Panembahan Adijaya, it serves as the cultural center and residence of the Mempawah royal family. The yellow wooden palace with traditional Malay architecture houses royal heirlooms and artifacts, reflecting Malay heritage and the history of the Mempawah Sultanate on the west coast of Borneo.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a traditional Malay wooden palace painted yellow, elevated on stilts, with a large audience hall and interior rooms displaying royal regalia, heirlooms, photographs, and historical artifacts of the Mempawah Kingdom. The compound is set in a quiet town environment near the Mempawah River, with simple grounds and traditional architectural details. Caretakers or family members often provide guided explanations about the palace history and Malay customs.
Key highlights
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Historic royal palace of the Mempawah Kingdom built in 1922
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Traditional Malay wooden architecture with distinctive yellow color
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Collection of royal heirlooms, regalia and historical photographs inside
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Active cultural center and residence of the Mempawah royal family
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Location in the historic town center near the Mempawah River