Awan Larat Riau

Riau Province – Indonesia

Meanings:

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and self-knowledge. These characteristics are the basic moral education introduced by Riau parents to their children. Flowers and buds are the symbol of love, purity, sincerity, humbleness, friendship, and brotherhood. Parents hope that the advice contained in this motif can always be remembered and practiced by their children.

Note:  All contents and batik images are protected by Indonesian cultural property law. This documentation is intended for educational purposes and to facilitate the preservation of Batik UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage 2009. Any use of published materials is allowed only with reference to this website as the original source of publication. 

How to preserve Batik

Philosophical Meanings of Batik

Learn and identify the meaning of the motifs from each region. Are you searching for a meaningful gift for your loved ones? Surprise them with a merry little Batik!

Authentic Batik

Buy the authentic handwritten Batik textiles to add to your prestigious collection. Such support will enhance the well-being of Batik artisans and preserve the living heritage.

Batik Community

If you want to meet the Batik artisans, we encourage you to visit and support Batik workshops in Indonesia. You may discover the local tourism that suits your preference!

UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2009

Batik Production Process in Riau

Batik production can take 1 month up to 2 years of working time depending on the purposes of the textile creation and the colour complexity. The Batik handwriting textile is generally made with 8 design steps, ranging from wax patterning to colouring process. The artists use Canting, as a tool to put hot melted wax on the cloth. 

Batik Regions 

Overview of Riau Province

Riau is a province located on the island of Sumatra. This province  is known as one of the richest provinces in Indonesia. Riau also has exceptional cultural wealth as it registered 76 types of Indonesian intangible cultural heritage, ranging from food, art, dances, traditional cloth, rituals, and folk games.

Batik Villages in Riau Province

Batik villages are the region where the Batik producers mostly reside and open their  Batik workshops, as well as display their Batik products. You could buy the Batik textiles from the artisans and participate in the making process of Batik on the site.

Other Motifs in Riau

Riau

Tourism

Soeman HS Library

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Siak Historical Palace

The Sri Indrapura Siak Kingdom was the largest Islamic Malay kingdom in

Jemur Island Riau

Jemur Island is a hidden paradise located in

Cycling race tour de siak

Tour De Siak is an annual international bicycle racing activity consisting of

Idrus Tintin Cultural Centre

With a unique Riau-Malay style architecture, Idrus Tintin Art Pavilion is

 

Discover

Indonesian

Tourism

Cangkuang Temple

Located in Leuwigoong village, this temple is the only one Hindu temple in

Tabut Festival

Bengkulu regional government holds annual the Tabut Festival that takes place in

Imogiri Royal Cemetery

You may think that cemeteries are not the perfect spot to visit if you are on vacation?

Daik Lingga Royal Palace

The wonder of the Riau – Lingga royal palace complex consists of

Ampera Bridge

Ampera Bridge is a historic bridge which was built during 1962-1965 for

Fort Marlborough

Fort Marlborough in Bengkulu was once built by the British colonial era during

Soeman HS Library

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Siwalima Museum

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Avalokitesvara Shrine Banten

If you have a passion for history and you like to get to know new things about

Sade – Bayan Lombok Cultural Villages

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Ternate City

Located on the slope of the Gamalama volcano mountain, this city offers

Kota Tua – Jakarta Old Town

Jakarta is the capital of Indonesia. It has been the theater of lots of historical and cultural

Besakih Temple

Besakih Temple is regarded as Bali’s ‘Mother temple’ – a grand

Bedugul Ulun Danu Beratan Temple

an excellent place for having spiritual soul discovery

Kobori Cave

According to history, the marvelous Megalithic Kobori Cave has existed since 4000 B.C.

Kasada Ceremony at Bromo Mountain

Kasada Ceremony is a traditional holiday of the Tengger tribe, which is

Historical Grand Mosque of Palembang

Grand Mosque of Palembang, founded in 1738, has a distinctive blend of three cultures,

Yogyakarta Royal Palace

The Sultan’s Palace which lies in the middle of Yogyakarta city. Here people can

Golden Sunrise in Dieng Plateau

Dieng Plateau mountain complex is a magic place to experience two different kinds of sunrise, which are