Summary
Step into the heart of Palembang, South Sumatra, where the glittering legacy of the Srivijaya Empire survives through the ancient art of songket weaving. Host Peter Lee explores a textile tradition so intricate and valuable that it is literally woven with real gold and silver threads. He meets a fifth-generation master weaver to uncover the secrets behind its legendary patterns.
Discover how this historic craft is not only being preserved but also reinvented for a new era — shifting from the strict motifs of the past to modern pastel hues embraced by Indonesia’s Gen Z.
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