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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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Batik Motifs
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
Besurek Rafflesia
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La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
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
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is