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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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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
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
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
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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
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
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
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
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
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
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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
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
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
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Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
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Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
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
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
Bale Lumbu
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Besurek Rafflesia
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Sido Mulyo
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Keluak Daun Pakis
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Tangerang Herang
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Karawo Pinang
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Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
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Buketan Bali
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