Living the Meaning of Independence at the Tomb of Sam Ratulangi

Helloindonesia.id – Sam Ratulangi whose full name is Gerungan Saul Samuel Jacob Ratulangi is one of the leaders of the Indonesian independence movement. Born in Tondano, North Sulawesi, in 1890, and died at the age of 58 years. Sam Ratulangi was known throughout his life as a national hero. Not only that, Sam Ratulangi is also known as one of the country’s children who devoted his life to the development of science.

To commemorate his services to the nation, a final resting place for the Kusuma of the Sam Ratulangi nation was built. The tomb which has an area of ​​about 1 hectare is located in Wawalintouan Village, Tondano, North Sulawesi, or about 30 km from the center of Manado City.

Entering the tomb complex, visitors will find several parts of the reliefs that are Living the Meaning of Independence at the Tomb of Sam Ratulangi

Sam Ratulangi whose full name is Gerungan Saul Samuel Jacob Ratulangi is one of the leaders of the Indonesian independence movement. Born in Tondano, North Sulawesi, in 1890, and died at the age of 58 years. Sam Ratulangi was known throughout his life as a national hero. Not only that, Sam Ratulangi is also known as one of the country’s children who devoted his life to the development of science.

To commemorate his services to the nation, a final resting place for the Kusuma of the Sam Ratulangi nation was built. The tomb which has an area of ​​about 1 hectare is located in Wawalintouan Village, Tondano, North Sulawesi, or about 30 km from the center of Manado City.

Entering the tomb complex, visitors will find several relief sections depicting the life journey of Sam Ratulangi, namely when he was in his movement and dedication to the world of education. Passing some stairs, visitors will arrive at the graveyard. On this page, activities are often held to celebrate national holidays, such as Indonesia’s independence day.

In the field, on a wall is written “Si Tou Timou Tumou Tou”, which is a sentence from the Minahasa language that was often said by Sam Ratulangi during his life. According to Jeffry, the tomb keeper, the sentence has the meaning that humans live to humanize humans. A moral teaching to respect and appreciate each other regardless of the differences that exist.

Right in front of the field there is a statue of the boss Sam Ratulangi, while at the back there is a monument with seven steps. This monument symbolizes the struggle of Sam Ratulangi in his efforts to achieve Indonesian independence. Down through several stairs, visitors will find the tomb of Sam Ratulangi which is surrounded by flowers and green trees.

The tomb of Sam Ratulangi is open to anyone who wants to learn about the history of the nation’s development, while continuing to appreciate the services and sacrifices that Sam Ratulangi has given to the Indonesian people. Opened from 09.00 am to 05.00 pm, visitors do not need to spend money to enter this cemetery.

Jefry hopes that the awareness of the general public will continue to maintain the tomb, considering that Sam Ratulangi is a joint pride figure, especially the people of North Sulawesi. He also hopes that the government will pay more attention to the condition of the tomb as a whole, so that the tomb is not just a tourist spot, but also a place to study history, while continuing to appreciate the services and struggles of Sam Ratulangi for the independence of the Indonesian nation. ng describes the life journey of Sam Ratulangi, namely when he was in his movement and dedication to the world of education. Passing some stairs, visitors will arrive at the graveyard. On this page, activities are often held to celebrate national holidays, such as Indonesia’s independence day.

In the field, on a wall is written “Si Tou Timou Tumou Tou”, which is a sentence from the Minahasa language that was often said by Sam Ratulangi during his life. According to Jeffry, the tomb keeper, the sentence has the meaning that humans live to humanize humans. A moral teaching to respect and appreciate each other regardless of the differences that exist.

Right in front of the field there is a statue of the boss Sam Ratulangi, while at the back there is a monument with seven steps. This monument symbolizes the struggle of Sam Ratulangi in his efforts to achieve Indonesian independence. Down through several stairs, visitors will find the tomb of Sam Ratulangi which is surrounded by flowers and green trees.

The tomb of Sam Ratulangi is open to anyone who wants to learn about the history of the nation’s development, while continuing to appreciate the services and sacrifices that Sam Ratulangi has given to the Indonesian people. Opened from 09.00 am to 05.00 pm, visitors do not need to spend money to enter this cemetery.

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