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Daik Lingga Royal Palace
Penyengat Island is a small island in the City of Tanjungpinang, Riau Islands, which is approximately 2 km away from the city center. The island offers a variety of cultural destinations, especially the wonder of Riau – Lingga royal palace complex. The royal complex consists of the Grand Palace, Sultan Penyengat Grand Mosque, and various tombs of the kings of Riau-Lingga. Many castles, ports and freshwater wells are also well preserved on this island. Known as the birthplace of the Indonesian Malay language, this cultural site is popular as a literature tourism site. Raja Haji Ahmad from the Sultanate of Riau-Lingga (1808–1873) was the first person who composed the Indonesian Malay Language Guidebook. His works include the famous poem Gurindam Dua Belas, which set the ground basis for the development of Indonesian literature.
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Ikan tambal
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Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Jupri Kembang Teh
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Manguni Minahasa
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Mahkota Siger
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Kerawang Tegak Aceh
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Besurek Rembulan
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Ukir Sentani
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Singayaksa
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Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
La Galigo
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Pati-Pati Pinehiku
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Sandeq
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Lontara
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Karawo Mahkuta
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Desa Na Tolu
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Angsa Duo
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Kaganga Tanah Rejang
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Tongkonan
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Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Ake Patra
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Pinawetengan
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Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Keluak Daun Pakis
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Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Ikan tambal
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Daun Simpor
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Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Malinau Cultural Festival
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Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Sekomandi
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Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Lipaq Sabe
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Kasih Tak Sampai
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Durian Pecah
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Tubo Kelapa
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Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Prada Papua
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Insang Ikan
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Jumputan Bintang
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Dayak Kamang
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Kain Cual
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Bultiya
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Daun Sirih
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Paqbarre Allo
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Bekantan Pakis
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Gonggong Beruntun
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Tifa Totobuang
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Parang Rusak
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Gigi Haruan Lidi
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Taiganja
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Besurek Rafflesia
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