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Maria Annai Velangkani Catholic Church
This unique church building was made for and by Catholics of Tamil Indian descendants who resided in Medan. The design of both the church’s primary and secondary buildings was inspired by Indo-Mogul architecture from South India. It was built to accommodate the spiritual needs of numerous Catholics of Indian descent in Medan.
Tourist Attractions in North Sumatra
Floating Batak House
The boat tours that adopt the concept of floating Batak house. With this boat,
Al Mashun Historical Mosque of Medan
This mosque was built during the reign of Sultan Ma’mun Alrasyid Perkasa Alam in
Samosir Island – Toba Lake
This place is an ancient village that exudes a unique culture of the Batak ethnic group
North Sumatra
Batik Motifs
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
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Motifs
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
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
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
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
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural