Bengkulu City Emblem

The Bengkulu City emblem consists of a heart-shaped shield with five points, a gold five-pointed star, a white ribbon inscribed “Kota Bengkulu,” two crossed rudus swords, a cerana (betel container), a long drum, eight sea-wave lines, rice, and coconut.

• Heart-shaped shield The five-pointed shield identifies Bengkulu City as the “heart” of Bengkulu Province and symbolizes readiness, courage, and the philosophy of Pancasila.
• Gold star The five-pointed star symbolizes belief in the One Almighty God and expresses hope for safety and happiness.
• White ribbon The ribbon’s inscription, “Kota Bengkulu,” represents the community’s firm resolve to pursue the city’s aspirations.
• Crossed rudus swords These traditional weapons of Ratu Agung’s warriors symbolize heroism and courage in eradicating evil.
• Cerana and long drum The betel container and drum symbolize the institutions and distinctive culture of the Bengkulu City community.
• Eight sea-wave lines The lines depict the city’s coastal location on the Indian Ocean, at Pantai Putri Gading Cempaka, and its marine resources.
• Rice and coconut These elements symbolize local resources and economic sources in agriculture and plantations.

The Bengkulu City emblem is regulated by Regional Regulation No. 5/DPRDGR/1970.