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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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

 

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Kuda Sepasang

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Sekomandi

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

Merak Lasem

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Dayak Kamang

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Asmat Papua

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Biji Kopi

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Sero Tangga

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Kaharingan

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

Alam Pantai

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

Rangkiang

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Pisang Bali

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

Tenun Bima

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Tidayu

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

Insang Ikan

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

Buketan Bali

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

Taiganja

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

Ake Patra

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Pucuk Mekar

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Parang Rusak

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Prada Papua

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Abimanyu Prince

This motif implies a hope that the wearer will have the wisdom of

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Mahkota Siger

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Honai

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Daun Sirih

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

Durian Pecah

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Gamolan

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Angsa Duo

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

Kawung

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Srimanganti

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Pintu Aceh

The motif is inspired by Aceh’s traditional architecture that has

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Rasamala

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Peresean

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Tongkonan

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Wirasat

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Cengkeh

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Manguni Minahasa

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Sandeq

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Tanah Liek

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Kalo Sara

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

Lontara

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Bekantan Pakis

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

Parang Seling

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Tikar Natuna

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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