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Tabut Festival

The Tabut Festival (photo: Yuliardi Hardjo)

Tabut Festival

Bengkulu regional government holds annual the Tabut Festival that takes place in the Panjang Beach. This festival is held for ten consecutive days to celebrate the Islamic new year based on the lunar calendar. The festival also demonstrates various performing arts such as local traditional Dhol music performance. This percussion drum is played in a group of people in parallel with the performance of Bengkulu traditional dances. 

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Tabut Festival in Bengkulu

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Bengkulu

Batik Motifs

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

 

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Batik

Motifs

Kawung

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Kain Cual

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

Taiganja

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty 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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Cengkeh

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

Parang Rusak

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Pucuk Mekar

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

La Galigo

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Gamolan

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Pattimura

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Tongkonan

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Ake Patra

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Daun Simpor

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Bomba Mawar

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Merak Ngeram

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Teguh Bersatu

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Tanah Liek

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

Asmat Papua

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

Alam Pantai

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Parang Seling

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Tenun Bima

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Kaharingan

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Wirasat

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

Daun Sirih

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Pintu Aceh

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

Buketan Bali

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Dayak Kamang

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

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Samudra

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Raja Ampat

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Prada Papua

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

Rasamala

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Ikan tambal

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Insang Ikan

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Kalo Sara

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Tengkawang Ampiek

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