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Pariangan Cultural Village

The Pariangan Cultural Village (photo: Pesona Indonesia)

Pariangan Cultural Village

Nagari Pariangan has been declared as the most beautiful village in the world, according to Travel Budget, a tourism media based in New York, USA. This village has a beautiful natural and cultural landscape of an ancient Minangkabau village. This village was blessed with traditional community-based management which is able to preserve the common characteristics and cultural identity of West Sumatra. This place is also well-known as one of the most-favourite destinations during the annual international bicycle racing event, Tour de Singkarak. Nagari Pariangan can be reached in about three hours from Padang, the capital city of West Sumatra Province.

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Pariangan Cultural Village

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Batik Motifs

Rangkiang

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

Tanah Liek

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

 

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Parang Rusak

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Raja Ampat

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Kain Cual

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Samudra

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

Tongkonan

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

Rangkiang

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

La Galigo

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

Gurdo Solo

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

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Wakatobi

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

Pucuk Mekar

This motive reflects the joy and gratitude to God over the grace of

Biji Kopi

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Parang Seling

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

Tanah Liek

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

Tidayu

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Buketan Bali

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Lontara

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

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Sido Mulyo

Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in

Awan Berarak

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Honai

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Pisang Bali

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Cengkeh

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

Bultiya

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Durian Pecah

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Sekomandi

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Wirasat

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Insang Ikan

Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits

Rasamala

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

Prada Papua

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

Taiganja

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

Srimanganti

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

Asmat Papua

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Teguh Bersatu

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

Kawung

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Peresean

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Pattimura

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Gentala Arasy

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Singayaksa

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

Ikan tambal

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Ake Patra

Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of

Merak Lasem

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Tangerang Herang

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Daun Sirih

This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional

Sekar Jati

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Bomba Mawar

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Abimanyu Prince

This motif implies a hope that the wearer will have the wisdom of

Ukir Sentani

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Kalo Sara

Kalo Sara is a sacred motif for Tolaki ethnic. It is considered as

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Alam Pantai

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Desa Na Ualu

The Gorga motif of Ualu Village is the symbol of the eight cardinal