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Baiturrahman Historical Grand Mosque

The Baiturrahman Mosque in Aceh (photo: Kanalaceh)

Baiturrahman Historical Grand Mosque

The Grand Mosque of Aceh was built in 1612 during the reign of Sultan Iskandar Muda and functioned as a fortress against the invaders. The construction of this mosque represents the superiority of Aceh’s local architecture that is resistant to any disasters. This mosque remained intact and became a shelter for the community during the big tsunami disaster in 2004.

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Baiturrahman Historical Grand Mosque

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Aceh Batik Motifs

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

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Mahkota Siger

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Tenun Bima

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Gurdo Solo

Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,

Kalo Sara

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

Tidayu

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Kaharingan

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Alam Pantai

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

Daun Sirih

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Pisang Bali

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Tongkonan

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Bale Lumbu

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

Asmat Papua

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Buketan Bali

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Sekar Jati

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Insang Ikan

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Gumin Tambun

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Singayaksa

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

Daun Simpor

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

Gamolan

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Pala Salawaku

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Manguni Minahasa

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Abimanyu Prince

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Kawung

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

La Galigo

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

Taiganja

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Wakatobi

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Honai

The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Tanah Liek

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

Wirasat

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

Prada Papua

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Parang Rusak

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Gonggong Siput

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

Cengkeh

The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents

Teguh Bersatu

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Lontara

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Rasamala

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

Raja Ampat

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

Pattimura

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

Ake Patra

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Rangkiang

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Lipaq Sabe

Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is

Bomba Mawar

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

Sekomandi

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

Peresean

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Bekantan Pakis

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

Awan Berarak

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Ukir Sentani

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