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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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

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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Besurek Rafflesia

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

Enggang Dayak

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

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

Pattimura

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Bale Lumbu

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Tanah Liek

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Kain Cual

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

Durian Pecah

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

Alam Pantai

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Pisang Bali

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

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

Wirasat

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Tenun Bima

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

Tongkonan

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Raja Ampat

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Kaharingan

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Rangkiang

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

Parang Rusak

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Sero Tangga

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Awan Berarak

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

La Galigo

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Sekomandi

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

Daun Sirih

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

Merak Lasem

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Honai

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Sandeq

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

Wakatobi

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

Angsa Duo

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Tangerang Herang

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Ikan tambal

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

Kalo Sara

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

Peresean

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Daun Simpor

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

Insang Ikan

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

Singayaksa

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Biji Kopi

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Prada Papua

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

Asmat Papua

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

Ake Patra

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

Rasamala

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Samudra

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Karawo Pinang

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

Tidayu

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Mahkota Siger

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