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Fort Marlborough

The British Fort Marlborough (photo: Dutawarta)

Fort Marlborough

Fort Marlborough in Bengkulu was once built by the British colonial era during 1713-1719 under the leadership of Governor Joseph Callet. After the Fort George in Madras, India, Fort Marlborough lined up as the biggest British fortress in Southeast Asia. The total area of this building is around 44,100 square meters and surrounded by 8.5 meters-height walls. This fort has a unique character as it looks like a turtle-shaped building as seen from above.

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Fort Marlborough in Bengkulu

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Batik Motifs

Besurek Rafflesia

The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes

 

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Motifs

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Srimanganti

The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to

Singayaksa

The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Abimanyu Prince

This motif implies a hope that the wearer will have the wisdom of

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

Kaharingan

The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes

Honai

The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in

Tubo Kelapa

Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more

Prada Papua

The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that

Kalo Sara

Kalo Sara is a sacred motif for Tolaki ethnic. It is considered as

Rumah Mamuju

the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house

Kuda Sepasang

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

Rasamala

The Rasamala Batik motif is associated with a story when the Dutch came

Wirasat

Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by

Sido Mulyo

Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Pucuk Rebung Riau

Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and

Gonggong Beruntun

This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and

Bultiya

The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes

Malinau Cultural Festival

You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in

Gurdo Solo

Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,

Mahkota Siger

Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and

Peresean

The Peresean is a game that sometimes some kinds of magic are

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga

Dayak Kamang

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

Sero Tangga

The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil

Kuda Kupang

Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring

Asmat Papua

The batik motif illustrates the Asmat’s sacred tribal motifs that are

Bale Lumbu

This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the

Pala Salawaku

This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Alam Pantai

The word “Alam Pantai” refers to the natural beauty of

Gajah Way Kambas

The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Ukir Sentani

The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings

Parang Rusak

Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by

Daun Simpor

This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical

Lipaq Sabe

Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is

Tongkonan

Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Burung Bidadari

Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an

Sekar Jati

Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Tanah Liek

The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong

Durian Pecah

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Dayak Taghol

Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents

Pintu Aceh

The motif is inspired by Aceh’s traditional architecture that has

Gentala Arasy

Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of

Gigi Haruan Lidi

The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is

Bekantan Pakis

This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in

Pisang Bali

This batik motif is usually given by a person to his/her lover who is

Pucuk Mekar

This motive reflects the joy and gratitude to God over the grace of

Lontara

The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Samudra

This art painting means to be strong-willed person to pursue

Karawo Mahkuta

Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of

Sekomandi

Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”

Tabir Tanjung

Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Tenun Bima

The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great

Hiu Taliyasan

Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with

Desa Na Tolu

The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and

La Galigo

La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even

Leuit Sijimat

This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:

Merak Lasem

The peacock is considered to be the king of the birds. It represents

Parang Seling

Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and

Tidayu

The name of this motif is the acronym of three ethnics namely,

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Desa Na Ualu

The Gorga motif of Ualu Village is the symbol of the eight cardinal

Kawung

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

Tikar Natuna

The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in

Insang Ikan

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

Gonggong Siput

Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around

Besurek Rafflesia

The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions

Enggang Dayak

Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural

Sandeq

Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of

Raja Ampat

Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in

Awan Berarak

Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the

Biji Kopi

The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in

Paqbarre Allo

The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as

Angsa Duo

According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess

Teguh Bersatu

This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of

Buketan Bali

The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is

Manguni Minahasa

Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a

Pattimura

Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in

Kasih Tak Sampai

‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to

Merak Ngeram

The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and