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Fort Marlborough

The British Fort Marlborough (photo: Dutawarta)

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 Rafflesia

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

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

 

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Batik

Motifs

Sekar Jati

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Lontara

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Daun Simpor

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

Angsa Duo

According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Tanah Liek

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Ikan tambal

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Rumah Mamuju

the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house

Sandeq

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Manguni Minahasa

Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a

Wirasat

Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by

Singayaksa

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

Awan Berarak

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

Sero Tangga

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

La Galigo

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

Kuda Sepasang

For the people of Kupang, having a strong horse is a matter of

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Honai

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Peresean

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

Pucuk Mekar

This motive reflects the joy and gratitude to God over the grace of

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Bale Lumbu

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Srimanganti

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Kaharingan

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Buketan Bali

The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Biji Kopi

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

Durian Pecah

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Raja Ampat

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

Parang Rusak

Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Samudra

This art painting means to be strong-willed person to pursue

Karawo Pinang

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Gamolan

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Gurdo Solo

Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,

Pattimura

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

Daun Sirih

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

Cengkeh

The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents

Merak Ngeram

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is

Bekantan Pakis

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

Taiganja

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Merak Lasem

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

Asmat Papua

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

Rangkiang

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Tidayu

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Parang Seling

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

Anggrek Tewu

This motif is created based on the local wisdom and philosophy of

Karawo Mahkuta

Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Rasamala

The Rasamala Batik motif is associated with a story when the Dutch came

Tongkonan

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga

Insang Ikan

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Gonggong Siput

Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around

Bultiya

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

Tenun Bima

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

Wakatobi

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Desa Na Ualu

The Gorga motif of Ualu Village is the symbol of the eight cardinal

Alam Pantai

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Dayak Kamang

Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to

Leuit Sijimat

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

Ake Patra

Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the