Batu Batikam

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Batikam Stone is a historical heritage object in Jorong Dusun Tuo, Nagari Limo Kaum, Tanah Datar Regency, on Sumatra in Indonesia.^[1] Translated from Indonesian, Batu Batikam means the stone that getting stabbed.

According to the history, the hole in the middle of the stone comes from stocked of Datuak Parpatiah Nan Sabatang.^[2] The largest stone of this culture, Batikam Stone is 1.8 meters. A long time ago, it was used as "medan nan bapaneh" or called as the place of the leader to make decisions. The formation of the stones around Batikam stone are like a square of chairs with their backs turned. In the middle, there is Batikam stone of Andes rocks. These stones' size are about 55 x 20 x 40 centimeters, with the shape looking like a triangle.^[3] Batikam stone becomes one of evidence about the existence of a Minangkabau kingdom in Neolithic era.^[4] Batikam stone is a pierced stone which symbolizes the importance of peace and discussion in Minangkabau society.^[5]