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West Sumatra Grand Mosque

West Sumatra Grand Mosque (photo: Febrian Fachri)
West Sumatra Grand Mosque
The Great Mosque of West Sumatra is one of the leading religious tourism destinations in the city of Padang. It has an oval-shaped roof on four sides which reflects the shape of the Minang traditional house, the Gadang house. The Great Mosque of West Sumatra also has an 85 meters-height tower. Visitors can use the elevator and enjoy views of the city of Padang from a height of 44 meters. The walls of Great Mosque of West Sumatra are decorated with Minang-styled wooden panels which also serve as ventilations to improve the air circulation inside. The Great Mosque of West Sumatra was built with earthquake-friendly construction. Once the earthquake occurs, the second floor of the mosque can be functioned as a temporary evacuation site.
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Batik Motifs
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
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Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by