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West Sumatra Grand Mosque

West Sumatra Grand Mosque (photo: Febrian Fachri)

West Sumatra Grand Mosque

The Great Mosque of West Sumatra is one of the leading religious tourism destinations in the city of Padang. It has an oval-shaped roof on four sides which reflects the shape of the Minang traditional house, the Gadang house. The Great Mosque of West Sumatra also has an 85 meters-height tower. Visitors can use the elevator and enjoy views of the city of Padang from a height of 44 meters. The walls of Great Mosque of West Sumatra are decorated with Minang-styled wooden panels which also serve as ventilations to improve the air circulation inside. The Great Mosque of West Sumatra was built with earthquake-friendly construction. Once the earthquake occurs, the second floor of the mosque can be functioned as a temporary evacuation site.

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West Sumatra Grand Mosque

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Batik Motifs

Keluak Daun Pakis

The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of

Tanah Liek

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

Rangkiang

The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes

 

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Pala Salawaku

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Daun Simpor

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

Bomba Mawar

This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates

Lontara

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

Asmat Papua

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Kuda Kupang

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

Ikan tambal

The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is

Rasamala

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Gamolan

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

Raja Ampat

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Lok Baintan Floating Market

As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Wirasat

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Teguh Bersatu

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Taiganja

Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Biji Kopi

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Wakatobi

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

Alam Pantai

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

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

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:

Mahkota Siger

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

Pisang Bali

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Paqbarre Allo

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

Daun Sirih

This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional

Kalo Sara

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Merak Lasem

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

Tenun Bima

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Singayaksa

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

Tangerang Herang

Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of

Angsa Duo

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Bale Lumbu

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Kaharingan

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

Srimanganti

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

Gumin Tambun

Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and

Jumputan Bintang

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

Anggrek Tewu

This motif is created based on the local wisdom and philosophy of

Parang Rusak

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Kain Cual

Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to

Bekantan Pakis

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Gonggong Siput

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Prada Papua

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of

Pucuk Mekar

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Dayak Taghol

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Ake Patra

Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of

Desa Na Tolu

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Rangkiang

The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes

Durian Pecah

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

Sero Tangga

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

Buketan Bali

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Tongkonan

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

Peresean

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

Sekomandi

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

Samudra

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