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West Sumatra Grand Mosque
West Sumatra Grand Mosque (photo: Febrian Fachri)
West Sumatra Grand Mosque
The Great Mosque of West Sumatra is one of the leading religious tourism destinations in the city of Padang. It has an oval-shaped roof on four sides which reflects the shape of the Minang traditional house, the Gadang house. The Great Mosque of West Sumatra also has an 85 meters-height tower. Visitors can use the elevator and enjoy views of the city of Padang from a height of 44 meters. The walls of Great Mosque of West Sumatra are decorated with Minang-styled wooden panels which also serve as ventilations to improve the air circulation inside. The Great Mosque of West Sumatra was built with earthquake-friendly construction. Once the earthquake occurs, the second floor of the mosque can be functioned as a temporary evacuation site.
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Batik Motifs
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
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Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
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,
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
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
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
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
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and