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Fort Marlborough
Fort Marlborough in Bengkulu was once built by the British colonial era during 1713-1719 under the leadership of Governor Joseph Callet. After the Fort George in Madras, India, Fort Marlborough lined up as the biggest British fortress in Southeast Asia. The total area of this building is around 44,100 square meters and surrounded by 8.5 meters-height walls. This fort has a unique character as it looks like a turtle-shaped building as seen from above.
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Batik Motifs
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
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Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
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
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
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Lok Baintan Floating Market
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Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
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
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Kaharingan
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Gorga Simeol-Meol
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Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Burung Bidadari
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Paqbarre Allo
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Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Dayak Taghol
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Ukir Sentani
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Hiu Taliyasan
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