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Historical Grand Mosque of Palembang

The Palembang Grand Mosque (photo: Fitri, wikipedia)

The front area of Palembang Grand Mosque (photo: Sumatranews)
Historical Grand Mosque of Palembang
The Grand Mosque of Palembang, founded in 1738, has a distinctive blend of three cultures, namely Indonesian, European and Chinese cultures. The three cultural characteristics are presented in every curve of the mosque building. The main door of the mosque, for example, shows the influence of European culture. The roof of the mosque is influenced by Chinese culture since it resembles the shape of a temple. The minarets show some characteristics that are closely related to the authentic Indonesian culture. The peak of the minarets are cone-shaped, which are called Tumpeng (a form of a mountain replica). They signify the connection between humans with their God, nature, and humanity.
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Batik Motifs
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Bintik Tujuh
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Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
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
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Gonggong Siput
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Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
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
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Rangkiang
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Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Tanah Liek
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Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Gumin Tambun
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Hiu Taliyasan
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Burung Bidadari
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Gorga Simeol-Meol
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Mahkota Siger
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Pala Salawaku
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Ake Patra
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