Payung mesikhat

Payung mesikhat is the traditional ritual umbrella of the Alas people in the province of Aceh, Indonesia.

It is made from black waterproof fabric with embroidery that reflects the purpose of the umbrella.

In addition, Islamic embroidered designs are on the edge of the umbrella, and around it, many strips of silver are hung.

[3] Before the Dutch colonial era, only members belonging to the Alas clan of Pagan had the privilege of passing in front of Alas local lords' houses on horseback with a ritual umbrella up, while members belonging to other clans had to close their umbrellas and dismount.

[1] The Museum Five Continents in Munich, Germany, holds an Alas ritual umbrella, which is occasionally exhibited.