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Al Mashun Historical Mosque of Medan

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Al Mashun Historical Mosque of Medan

The historic mosque is a relic of the Sultanate of Deli. It was built during the reign of Sultan Ma’mun Al Rasyid Perkasa Alam in 1906, and it was designed by architects from the Netherlands. The historic building is an elegant mixture of Indian, European, and Malay cultures.

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Al Mashun Historical Mosque of Medan 

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North Sumatra

Batik Motifs

Desa Na Tolu

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

 

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Taiganja

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Tangerang Herang

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Tanah Liek

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

Angsa Duo

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Insang Ikan

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

Srimanganti

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Burung Bidadari

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Buketan Bali

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

La Galigo

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Durian Pecah

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

Kalo Sara

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

Pattimura

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

Tongkonan

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

Sandeq

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

Ake Patra

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

Peresean

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

Asmat Papua

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Daun Sirih

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Bultiya

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

Kawung

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Teguh Bersatu

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Kuda Kupang

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

Rasamala

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Alam Pantai

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Biji Kopi

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Ukir Sentani

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Prada Papua

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Awan Berarak

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Wirasat

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Jumputan Bintang

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

Merak Lasem

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Lontara

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Pisang Bali

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Kain Cual

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

Parang Rusak

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Tidayu

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Sekomandi

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Samudra

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

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