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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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Tabir Tanjung

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

 

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Batik

Motifs

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Pisang Bali

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

Merak Lasem

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Gamolan

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Kawung

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

Asmat Papua

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

Ikan tambal

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

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

Awan Berarak

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

Ake Patra

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Tanah Liek

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Parang Rusak

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

Wakatobi

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Buketan Bali

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Mahkota Siger

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Enggang Dayak

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

Tenun Bima

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Kain Cual

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

Daun Simpor

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

Biji Kopi

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

Kaharingan

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

Kalo Sara

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Gurdo Solo

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Rangkiang

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Samudra

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Durian Pecah

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Alam Pantai

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Bintik Tujuh

The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as

Lipaq Sabe

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Sekar Jati

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Cengkeh

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Parang Seling

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Daun Sirih

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Wirasat

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

Raja Ampat

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

Srimanganti

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Taiganja

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Peresean

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

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

Honai

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Lontara

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Sero Tangga

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Prada Papua

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called