Palembang is one of the oldest cities in Southeast Asia, with a history dating back to the 7th century when it was the capital of the ancient Srivijaya Empire, a powerful Hindu-Buddhist maritime kingdom and empire that controlled much of the trade in the region.

[3][4] They speak Palembang language, which is a Malay dialect with influences from Javanese and Arabic.

The language has its own unique vocabulary and pronunciation, distinguishing it from other Malay dialects.

[5] The majority of Palembang people are Muslims, with a small percentage of the population following Buddhism, Hinduism, and Christianity.

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