Cultural Destination

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At Taqwa Grand Mosque

The At Taqwa Grand Mosque (photo: Ridho Nur Imansyah)

At Taqwa Grand Mosque

Bengkulu also offers spiritual tourism with historical nuances. One of the famous mosques in this region is the Grand Mosque of Akbar At-Taqwa Bengkulu. This colonial-styled mosque is located near the home of the first President of Indonesia, Sukarno, when he was exiled during the Dutch colonial era. Its park is quite spacious and designed with a vintage and classic style with a garden in the courtyard of the presidential palace.

Cultural Tourism Destination

At Taqwa Grand Mosque

Tourist Attractions in Bengkulu

Bengkulu

Batik Motifs

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

 

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Indonesian

Batik

Motifs

Cengkeh

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

Merak Lasem

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Rasamala

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Daun Sirih

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

Bultiya

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Sandeq

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Wirasat

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Honai

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Prada Papua

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

Parang Seling

Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Mahkota Siger

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Karawo Pinang

Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original

Keluak Daun Pakis

The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of

Parang Rusak

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Kaharingan

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

Samudra

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Tengkawang Ampiek

With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Pucuk Mekar

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Tanah Liek

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Kawung

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

Gamolan

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

Tenun Bima

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

Ake Patra

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Ikan tambal

The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is

Rumah Mamuju

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Biji Kopi

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

Insang Ikan

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

Kain Cual

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

Sekomandi

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Durian Pecah

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

Pisang Bali

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Kalo Sara

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Tidayu

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

Tongkonan

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Angsa Duo

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

Awan Berarak

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Sero Tangga

The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

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

Alam Pantai

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

Wakatobi

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Lontara

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Singayaksa

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Leuit Sijimat

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Buketan Bali

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe