Cultural Destination

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At Taqwa Grand Mosque

The At Taqwa Grand Mosque (photo: Ridho Nur Imansyah)

At Taqwa Grand Mosque

Bengkulu also offers spiritual tourism with historical nuances. One of the famous mosques in this region is the Grand Mosque of Akbar At-Taqwa Bengkulu. This colonial-styled mosque is located near the home of the first President of Indonesia, Sukarno, when he was exiled during the Dutch colonial era. Its park is quite spacious and designed with a vintage and classic style with a garden in the courtyard of the presidential palace.

Cultural Tourism Destination

At Taqwa Grand Mosque

Tourist Attractions in Bengkulu

Bengkulu

Batik Motifs

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

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

 

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Batik

Motifs

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Sekar Jati

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

Tidayu

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Wakatobi

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Tengkawang Ampiek

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