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Sukarara Textile Villages

Sukarara Textile Village in Lombok (photo: Mandalika.Indonesia)

Sukarara Textile Village

Before the rise of Batik textile, local communities in West Nusa Tenggara produced woven textiles for their customary outfits. Located about 40 kilometers from Mataram capital city in Lombok island, this village is known for its flourishing weaving industry of Sasak indigenous tribes since before century. The villagers will enchant you with their production of fine woven cloths by using cotton, silk or gold and silver threads for their amazing designs.

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The Sukarara Textile Village

Tourist Attractions in West Nusa Tenggara

West Nusa Tenggara Batik Motifs

Tenun Bima

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

Daun Sirih

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Peresean

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

 

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Bultiya

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Singayaksa

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Parang Seling

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

Taiganja

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

La Galigo

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Merak Lasem

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Srimanganti

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Merak Ngeram

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

Kawung

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Ake Patra

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Ikan tambal

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

Samudra

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

Peresean

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

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Gamolan

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

Honai

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

Wakatobi

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Daun Sirih

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

Tidayu

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Tongkonan

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

Kain Cual

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Insang Ikan

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Daun Simpor

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Lipaq Sabe

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

Pisang Bali

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

Rangkiang

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Tabir Tanjung

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

Durian Pecah

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Asmat Papua

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Prada Papua

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Gonggong Siput

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

Sekar Jati

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Angsa Duo

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

Raja Ampat

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Sido Mulyo

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

Buketan Bali

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Parang Rusak

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Sekomandi

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

Rasamala

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