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Fort Marlborough

The British Fort Marlborough (photo: Dutawarta)

Fort Marlborough

Fort Marlborough in Bengkulu was once built by the British colonial era during 1713-1719 under the leadership of Governor Joseph Callet. After the Fort George in Madras, India, Fort Marlborough lined up as the biggest British fortress in Southeast Asia. The total area of this building is around 44,100 square meters and surrounded by 8.5 meters-height walls. This fort has a unique character as it looks like a turtle-shaped building as seen from above.

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Fort Marlborough in Bengkulu

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Bengkulu

Batik Motifs

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

 

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Motifs

Angsa Duo

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Sekomandi

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Srimanganti

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

Pisang Bali

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Prada Papua

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Sandeq

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Paqbarre Allo

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Taiganja

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

Alam Pantai

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Tangerang Herang

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

Rasamala

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Raja Ampat

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

Sekar Jati

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

Tidayu

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

Biji Kopi

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

Ake Patra

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Kain Cual

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Daun Sirih

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

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

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

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Peresean

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Jumputan Bintang

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

Kawung

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Durian Pecah

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Insang Ikan

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Dayak Kamang

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

Singayaksa

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

Kaharingan

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Desa Na Tolu

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Karawo Pinang

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

Merak Lasem

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

La Galigo

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Bultiya

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Sido Mulyo

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Asmat Papua

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

Tongkonan

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

Tanah Liek

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Buketan Bali

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

Pattimura

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Tenun Bima

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Samudra

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

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