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At Taqwa Grand Mosque
Bengkulu also offers spiritual tourism with historical nuances. One of the famous mosques in this region is the Grand Mosque of Akbar At-Taqwa Bengkulu. This colonial-styled mosque is located near the home of the first President of Indonesia, Sukarno, when he was exiled during the Dutch colonial era. Its park is quite spacious and designed with a vintage and classic style with a garden in the courtyard of the presidential palace.
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Besurek Rafflesia
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La Galigo
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Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Besurek Rafflesia
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Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Enggang Dayak
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Taiganja
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Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Raja Ampat
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Keluak Daun Pakis
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Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
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
Besurek Rembulan
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Tenun Bima
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Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Manguni Minahasa
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Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
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Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Ake Patra
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Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Hiu Taliyasan
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Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Wirasat
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Sero Tangga
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Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Srimanganti
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Kawung
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Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Dayak Taghol
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Jupri Kembang Teh
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Tifa Totobuang
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Mahkota Siger
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Tengkawang Ampiek
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Sandeq
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Parang Rusak
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Gonggong Siput
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Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Buketan Bali
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