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Maria Annai Velangkani Catholic Church
This unique church building was made for and by Catholics of Tamil Indian descendants who resided in Medan. The design of both the church’s primary and secondary buildings was inspired by Indo-Mogul architecture from South India. It was built to accommodate the spiritual needs of numerous Catholics of Indian descent in Medan.
Tourist Attractions in North Sumatra
Floating Batak House
The boat tours that adopt the concept of floating Batak house. With this boat,
Al Mashun Historical Mosque of Medan
This mosque was built during the reign of Sultan Ma’mun Alrasyid Perkasa Alam in
Samosir Island – Toba Lake
This place is an ancient village that exudes a unique culture of the Batak ethnic group
North Sumatra
Batik Motifs
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
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Motifs
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes



