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Batanghari Pedestrian Bridge

The Batanghari Pedestrian Bridge (photo: Indonesia Tourism)

Batanghari Pedestrian Bridge

Batanghari Pedestrian bridge is also another iconic landmark of Jambi. This bridge was built in 2012 as a pedestrian route for the locals and as a tourist attraction. With 503 meters in length and 4.5 meters in width, this bridge connects the two lands above the Batanghari River.

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Batanghari Pedestrian Bridge 

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Batik Motifs

Angsa Duo

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

Durian Pecah

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

Merak Ngeram

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

 

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Motifs

Gamolan

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Buketan Bali

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Dayak Kamang

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Abimanyu Prince

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Pattimura

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

Ukir Sentani

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

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Kain Cual

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

Tenun Bima

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

Honai

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Sekomandi

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

Asmat Papua

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

La Galigo

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

Kaharingan

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Tongkonan

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Paqbarre Allo

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Sekar Jati

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

Tanah Liek

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Insang Ikan

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Biji Kopi

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

Lontara

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Ake Patra

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

Durian Pecah

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Gonggong Siput

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Kalo Sara

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Rangkiang

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Pintu Aceh

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Merak Lasem

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Awan Berarak

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

Daun Simpor

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Prada Papua

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Samudra

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Parang Seling

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Daun Sirih

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

Bultiya

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Tidayu

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

Sandeq

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Wakatobi

It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Raja Ampat

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Kawung

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

Ikan tambal

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Peresean

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