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Gentala Arasy Monument

Gentala Arasy (photo: Pesona Jambi)

Gentala Arasy

Gentala Arasy is the iconic landmark of Jambi. This tower is built as high as 80 meters and located in front of the Batanghari Pedestrian Bridge. The tower also highlights the historical perspective of Jambi through the compact packaging of a national museum. Its mini cinema which is placed at the base of the tower also depicts a complete selection of historical documentary films.

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Gentala Arasy Monument

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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

Daun Sirih

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

Merak Lasem

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Parang Rusak

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Asmat Papua

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Angsa Duo

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

Raja Ampat

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Rangkiang

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

Kalo Sara

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Insang Ikan

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

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Rumah Mamuju

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Awan Berarak

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Rasamala

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

Lontara

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

Tanah Liek

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

Ake Patra

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

Pisang Bali

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Pattimura

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Ukir Sentani

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Merak Ngeram

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Gonggong Siput

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

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

Kawung

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

Srimanganti

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

La Galigo

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Sekar Jati

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Tenun Bima

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Sero Tangga

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

Bultiya

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Parang Seling

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

Samudra

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Biji Kopi

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Buketan Bali

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

Wirasat

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

Durian Pecah

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Sido Mulyo

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Wakatobi

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Tidayu

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Ikan tambal

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

Sekomandi

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

Taiganja

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

Prada Papua

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Daun Simpor

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

Singayaksa

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Cengkeh

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in