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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

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

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

 

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Motifs

Wirasat

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Tidayu

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

Sandeq

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

Merak Lasem

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Gentala Arasy

Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of

Bintik Tujuh

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Daun Simpor

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Kain Cual

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Raja Ampat

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Asmat Papua

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Cengkeh

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Parang Seling

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Tongkonan

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Gamolan

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Pattimura

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Durian Pecah

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

Biji Kopi

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Angsa Duo

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Prada Papua

The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Singayaksa

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

Peresean

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

Kawung

The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for

Buketan Bali

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Tanah Liek

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Sekar Jati

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Taiganja

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Samudra

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

Bultiya

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Sekomandi

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Rasamala

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

Alam Pantai

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Srimanganti

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

La Galigo

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Awan Berarak

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Rangkiang

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Pisang Bali

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

Kaharingan

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Sero Tangga

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Manguni Minahasa

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

Ikan tambal

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

Honai

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Parang Rusak

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