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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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

 

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Batik

Motifs

Bomba Mawar

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Raja Ampat

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

Honai

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

Pattimura

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Ikan tambal

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Prada Papua

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Rangkiang

The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes

Tenun Bima

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Tongkonan

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

La Galigo

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Tikar Natuna

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Sekomandi

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Pintu Aceh

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Awan Berarak

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

Sekar Jati

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Taiganja

Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Bekantan Pakis

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

Alam Pantai

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Kaharingan

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Tubo Kelapa

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Lontara

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

Tidayu

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Kain Cual

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

Kalo Sara

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

Daun Sirih

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

Parang Seling

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Biji Kopi

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Tanah Liek

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

Gajah Way Kambas

The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Asmat Papua

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Daun Simpor

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

Peresean

The Peresean is a game that sometimes some kinds of magic are

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Pala Salawaku

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

Bultiya

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

Singayaksa

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Gamolan

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Kawung

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Srimanganti

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

Insang Ikan

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Durian Pecah

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

Sandeq

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Sido Mulyo

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Merak Lasem

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Wakatobi

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Desa Na Tolu

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Tabir Tanjung

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Sero Tangga

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

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