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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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

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

 

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Teguh Bersatu

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Gamolan

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

Durian Pecah

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

Angsa Duo

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

Parang Seling

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Samudra

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

Wakatobi

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Honai

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Ikan tambal

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Pattimura

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Singayaksa

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Ake Patra

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Sekar Jati

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

Tenun Bima

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

La Galigo

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

Lontara

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

Tidayu

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Kalo Sara

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Insang Ikan

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

Sero Tangga

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

Taiganja

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Tongkonan

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Parang Rusak

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

Awan Berarak

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Rangkiang

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Asmat Papua

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

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

Merak Lasem

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Paqbarre Allo

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

Biji Kopi

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Raja Ampat

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Bomba Mawar

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

Daun Simpor

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Bultiya

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Manguni Minahasa

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Alam Pantai

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Mahkota Siger

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Tanah Liek

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Cengkeh

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Srimanganti

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Daun Sirih

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe