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Pariangan Cultural Village
The Pariangan Cultural Village (photo: Pesona Indonesia)
Pariangan Cultural Village
Nagari Pariangan has been declared as the most beautiful village in the world, according to Travel Budget, a tourism media based in New York, USA. This village has a beautiful natural and cultural landscape of an ancient Minangkabau village. This village was blessed with traditional community-based management which is able to preserve the common characteristics and cultural identity of West Sumatra. This place is also well-known as one of the most-favourite destinations during the annual international bicycle racing event, Tour de Singkarak. Nagari Pariangan can be reached in about three hours from Padang, the capital city of West Sumatra Province.
Tourist Attractions in West Sumatra
West Sumatra Grand Mosque
The Great Mosque of West Sumatra is characterized with its Minang-styled air ventilations to
Museum of Adityawarman
The museum was built to commemorate Adityawarman, a king of Minangkabau in
West Sumatra
Batik Motifs
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
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Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for

