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At Taqwa Grand Mosque

The At Taqwa Grand Mosque (photo: Ridho Nur Imansyah)

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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At Taqwa Grand Mosque

Tourist Attractions in Bengkulu

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Dayak Kamang

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

Biji Kopi

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Tidayu

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Tenun Bima

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Rasamala

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Rangkiang

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Ikan tambal

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

Sekar Jati

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Abimanyu Prince

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Kaharingan

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

Gamolan

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

Asmat Papua

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Singayaksa

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

Parang Seling

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Srimanganti

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

Lontara

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Sandeq

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

Pattimura

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

Kalo Sara

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Awan Berarak

Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the

Raja Ampat

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Pintu Aceh

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Gumin Tambun

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Insang Ikan

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Sero Tangga

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Pisang Bali

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Honai

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Cengkeh

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Tongkonan

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Anggrek Tewu

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Daun Sirih

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

Samudra

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

La Galigo

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Bultiya

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

Daun Simpor

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Ake Patra

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

Kain Cual

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Parang Rusak

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