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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.

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At Taqwa Grand Mosque

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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

Srimanganti

The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to

Mahkota Siger

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Rasamala

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Durian Pecah

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

Samudra

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Insang Ikan

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

Tongkonan

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

Cengkeh

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

Lontara

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Pattimura

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

Gamolan

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

Merak Lasem

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Singayaksa

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

Honai

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Sero Tangga

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Tanah Liek

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

La Galigo

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Anggrek Tewu

This motif is created based on the local wisdom and philosophy of

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Tidayu

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Parang Rusak

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

Wirasat

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

Daun Simpor

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

Sekar Jati

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Bultiya

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Asmat Papua

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

Raja Ampat

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

Alam Pantai

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Wakatobi

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Manguni Minahasa

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Kain Cual

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

Pisang Bali

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Ake Patra

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Kalo Sara

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

Ikan tambal

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Bale Lumbu

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Prada Papua

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Buketan Bali

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Sekomandi

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Burung Bidadari

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

Awan Berarak

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Jumputan Bintang

The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to

Angsa Duo

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Biji Kopi

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