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Idrus Tintin Cultural Center

The Idrus Tintin Cultural Centre (photo: Suryapost)
Idrus Tintin Cultural Center
Idrus Tintin Art Pavilion is an exhibition and cultural building in Pekanbaru. With a unique Riau-Malay style architecture, this building became the center of art and the Indonesian Film Festival (FFI) event in 2007. The name of the building was derived from a theater art innovator in Riau, Idrus Tintin.
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Cycling race tour de siak
Tour De Siak is an annual international bicycle racing activity consisting of
Soeman HS Library
Pekanbaru is the capital of Riau Province and is also famous for educational
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Batik Motifs
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Tabir Tanjung
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Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
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
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for