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Desa Na Ualu
North Sumatra Province - Indonesia
Meanings:
The Gorga motif of Desa Na Ualu is the symbol of the eight cardinal directions. It is used as part of the setting of almanacs in the ancient Batak tradition to determine the proper times for planting rice, catching fish, having parties, etc. This symbol also relates to the ritual activities of one’s life, as well as the telling of family fortunes.
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Batik Production Process in North Sumatra
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Overview of North Sumatra Province
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