Temanggung Regency Emblem

The Temanggung Regency emblem consists of a pentagonal shield containing a white pentagon and a range of symbolic images. Its documented elements include a gold star, two light-blue mountains, two flames, a pointed bamboo spear, rice and cotton, a chain, and tobacco, coffee, and vanilla plants.

• White pentagon: The white pentagon inside the shield symbolizes Pancasila as the foundation of the state and the nation’s philosophy.
• Gold star: The star symbolizes the majesty of God Almighty and the people’s devotion to Him.
• Two mountains: The light-blue mountains depict Mount Sumbing and Mount Sindoro, which flank Temanggung and are characteristic of its natural landscape.
• Two flames: The flames symbolize the people’s fighting spirit in pursuing their aspirations. Each flame has eight tongues, signifying the period when the emblem was approved.
• Pointed bamboo spear: This image symbolizes the people’s physical struggle during the revolution, particularly the action of the Bamboo Spear Militia in Parakan.
• Rice and cotton: These plants symbolize the aspiration for prosperity among the people.
• Chain: The chain symbolizes the people’s character and spirit of solidarity and strong, unbreakable unity.
• Tobacco, coffee, and vanilla: These plants represent the region’s main commodities and sources of prosperity.

The motto “Swadaya Bhumi Phala” means “Through self-reliance, enhancing the produce of the land.” The Temanggung Regency emblem is regulated by Regional Regulation No. 32a/I/DPRD/68, dated March 27, 1968.