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Jemur Island

Jemur Island (photo: Riau.go.id)

Jemur Island in Rokan Hilir

Jemur Island is a unique destination for your vacation in Riau. This island is a hidden paradise located in Rokan Hilir Bagansiapiapi. Jemur Island also has natural caves and a natural conservation area for turtles. The island is used as turtles’ nesting habitat. Known for its panoramic view with coral islands and beautiful golden sands, this island also becomes a great destination for fishing, forest workshop, and water sport.

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Jemur Island in Rokan Hilir

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Batik Motifs

Kasih Tak Sampai

‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Tabir Tanjung

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

 

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Batik

Motifs

Pintu Aceh

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Buketan Bali

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

Bultiya

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

Cengkeh

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong

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

Peresean

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

Gumin Tambun

Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Parang Seling

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Daun Simpor

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Taiganja

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Durian Pecah

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Tongkonan

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

Honai

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

Wakatobi

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

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

Gamolan

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Jupri Kembang Teh

Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Tenun Bima

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

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

Desa Na Tolu

The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and

Hiu Taliyasan

Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to

Kuda Kupang

Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Merak Lasem

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

Singayaksa

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

Sekar Jati

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

Srimanganti

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Sekomandi

Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”

Lontara

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

Sero Tangga

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Mahkota Siger

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Merak Ngeram

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

Kaharingan

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

Samudra

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

Ikan tambal

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

La Galigo

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Parang Rusak

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

Biji Kopi

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Tangerang Herang

Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of

Gurdo Solo

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

Jumputan Bintang

The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to

Pisang Bali

This batik motif is usually given by a person to his/her lover who is

Dayak Taghol

Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents

Rasamala

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Kain Cual

Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Raja Ampat

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Tidayu

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

Bintik Tujuh

The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as

Enggang Dayak

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

Tanah Liek

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Teguh Bersatu

This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of

Pala Salawaku

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Tikar Natuna

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Angsa Duo

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

Ukir Sentani

The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings

Bekantan Pakis

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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