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Historical Grand Mosque of Palembang

The Palembang Grand Mosque (photo: Fitri, wikipedia)

The front area of Palembang Grand Mosque (photo: Sumatranews)

Historical Grand Mosque of Palembang

The Grand Mosque of Palembang, founded in 1738, has a distinctive blend of three cultures, namely Indonesian, European and Chinese cultures. The three cultural characteristics are presented in every curve of the mosque building. The main door of the mosque, for example, shows the influence of European culture. The roof of the mosque is influenced by Chinese culture since it resembles the shape of a temple. The minarets show some characteristics that are closely related to the authentic Indonesian culture. The peak of the minarets are cone-shaped, which are called Tumpeng (a form of a mountain replica). They signify the connection between humans with their God, nature, and humanity.

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Historical Grand Mosque of Palembang

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Batik Motifs

Bintik Tujuh

The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as

Jupri Kembang Teh

Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of

Jumputan Bintang

The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to

 

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Gamolan

This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Tengkawang Ampiek

With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of

Dayak Kamang

Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to

Durian Pecah

Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of

Kawung

The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for

Wakatobi

It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes

Kuda Sepasang

For the people of Kupang, having a strong horse is a matter of

Insang Ikan

Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in