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Tour de Siak - World Cycling Race

World Cycling Championship: Tour de Siak (photo: Cahyu)

Tour de Siak - World Cycling Race

Tour De Siak is an annual international bicycle racing activity consisting of 3 stages with a route length of 542 km. Joining this championship will not only allow you to discover the natural beauty of Riau, but also enjoy cultural performances and local culinary at each stop. Every year around 16 countries participate in this event. Further information can be accessed at Union Cycliste International

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Tour de Siak - World Cycling Race

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Batik Motifs

Tabir Tanjung

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

 

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Tenun Bima

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Daun Simpor

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and