7. After the tour, my guide offered a boat ride for double the listed price in my Lonely Planet guide-book. Who can you trust in this town?

Third stop: Burial site of Sultan Susuhunan Adburrahman (1st of the Palembang Sultanate: 1662-1706)
The graves of the Muslim kings are ornately kept and often visited, by all appearances. A copy of the Koran sits on the corner, for visitors to read & reflect on as they visit a distinguished ancestor. He is flanked by his wives and consorts, several children, and just outside his revered burial place are all the guards, servants, entertainers, and royal entourage. Only those with ties to the Keraton were authorized to be buried here, so close to the king.