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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.
Tourist Attractions in Riau
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
Idrus Tintin Cultural Centre
With a unique Riau-Malay style architecture, Idrus Tintin Art Pavilion is
Riau
Batik Motifs
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
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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Motifs
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
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
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
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands 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
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
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
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
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
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
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
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
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
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
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
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
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
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
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