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Soeman HS Library

The Soeman HS Library (photo: Unilak)

Soeman HS Library

Pekanbaru is the capital of Riau Province and is also famous for educational tourism. Tourists can visit and experience Indonesian Malay culture in the magnificent library of Soeman H.S. This library won the best architectural award among Southeast Asian Countries, for bringing together local architecture and local wisdom elements of Malay culture with modernity. Through the building’s glass walls, the library visitors can also enjoy the beauty of Pekanbaru landscape from a height.

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Batik Motifs

Tabir Tanjung

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

 

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Batik

Motifs

Cengkeh

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

Alam Pantai

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Pisang Bali

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Pattimura

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Tongkonan

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

Sandeq

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Tanah Liek

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Rasamala

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

Angsa Duo

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Gentala Arasy

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

Biji Kopi

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

Singayaksa

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Desa Na Ualu

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Honai

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

Kaharingan

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Sekar Jati

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Raja Ampat

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Gumin Tambun

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

Daun Simpor

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Burung Bidadari

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Durian Pecah

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

Peresean

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Wirasat

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Parang Seling

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Paqbarre Allo

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Lipaq Sabe

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Tenun Bima

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

Ikan tambal

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

Merak Lasem

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

Srimanganti

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Lontara

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Buketan Bali

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Bultiya

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Prada Papua

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Kawung

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

Kain Cual

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

Rangkiang

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Tidayu

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

Sekomandi

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Manguni Minahasa

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Daun Sirih

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Wakatobi

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Kuda Sepasang

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

Taiganja

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Ake Patra

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Pala Salawaku

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

Enggang Dayak

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