Berkunjung Ke Rumah Tenun Kampung Bandar | Pekanbaru, Riau

Summary

In this engaging vlog, Tika takes viewers on a tour of Rumah Tenun Kampung Bandar, a historic weaving house in Pekanbaru, Riau. The house, built in 1887, serves as a center for traditional Malay weaving, where intricate handwoven fabrics like songket and other textiles are crafted. Tika explores the weaving process, the significance of various motifs, and the cultural history of the location, once used by freedom fighters. Visitors can observe the production of beautiful fabrics and purchase unique items like woven scarves, bags, and even masks, offering a rich insight into Riau’s craftsmanship.

Takeaways

• 😀 Tika introduces a historical and cultural site in Pekanbaru, Indonesia called Rumah Tenun Kampung Bandar, a weaving house located near the Siak River.
• 😀 The weaving house is a historical location in Riau, built around 1887 and once home to Haji Yahya, a prominent rubber plantation owner.
• 😀 Rumah Tenun Kampung Bandar serves as a community hub for weaving, where artisans create traditional textiles using handlooms.
• 😀 The process of weaving a piece of fabric can take anywhere from one week to one month, depending on the complexity of the design and motif.
• 😀 Weaving products, such as fabrics and traditional clothing, are made using imported threads from Singapore, and the process is labor-intensive.
• 😀 The weaving house produces various textiles, including cloths with motifs like 'pucuk rebung' (bamboo shoots), which symbolize strength and resilience.
• 😀 A two-meter piece of woven fabric can sell for between 500,000 and 1,000,000 IDR, depending on the complexity and material used.
• 😀 Visitors can observe the weaving process directly at the Rumah Tenun and learn about the techniques from the artisans working there.
• 😀 In addition to textiles, the Rumah Tenun Kampung Bandar also produces souvenirs such as woven bags, wallets, and keychains.
• 😀 Celebrities, such as Raffi Ahmad and Billy Syahputra, have visited this weaving house, highlighting its cultural significance and tourism appeal.
• 😀 The video concludes with Tika buying a mask made from woven fabric, emphasizing the availability of local souvenirs for visitors.

Q & A

What is Rumah Tenun Kampung Bandar?

Rumah Tenun Kampung Bandar is a historical site and a traditional weaving house located in Kampung Bandar, Pekanbaru, Riau, Indonesia. It is a place where the local community produces traditional woven fabrics.

What makes Rumah Tenun Kampung Bandar significant?

It is significant because it has preserved the traditional weaving process and is a place where the community produces various types of woven fabrics, including intricate motifs like Songket. It is also historically important as it was a gathering place for the 'Fisabilillah' fighters during the pre-independence era.

Where is Rumah Tenun Kampung Bandar located?

It is located on Jalan Perdagangan, Kampung Bandar, Pekanbaru, Riau, near the banks of the Siak River, allowing visitors to enjoy both the cultural heritage and natural surroundings.

How long does it take to create a woven fabric at Rumah Tenun Kampung Bandar?

The creation of a woven fabric can take anywhere from one week to one month, depending on the complexity of the motif. Simple items like a full woven shirt can take around eight days to complete.

What tools are used in the weaving process at Rumah Tenun Kampung Bandar?

The weaving process is done manually using handlooms (traditional tools), not machines. These handlooms require both hand and foot movements during the weaving process.

What materials are used for weaving at Rumah Tenun Kampung Bandar?

The materials used for weaving include special threads imported from Singapore, and the fabrics produced are often of high quality, with some items priced at several hundred thousand to a million Indonesian Rupiah.

What is the 'Pucuk Rebung' motif, and what does it symbolize?

'Pucuk Rebung' is a traditional motif resembling the young shoots of bamboo. It symbolizes strength and resilience, with the motif typically consisting of triangular shapes surrounded by leaves and tendrils.

What are some other common motifs found in the woven fabrics?

Other common motifs include 'Pakis,' 'Itik Pulang Petang,' 'Bunga Kiambang,' 'Bunga Kundur,' and star-like patterns. Each motif carries its own symbolic meaning in traditional Malay culture.

Can visitors observe the weaving process at Rumah Tenun Kampung Bandar?

Yes, visitors can watch the weaving process in action at Rumah Tenun Kampung Bandar. The workers demonstrate how the fabrics are woven, and visitors can also see various motifs being created.

Are there any souvenirs available for purchase at Rumah Tenun Kampung Bandar?

Yes, visitors can purchase various woven products such as scarves, masks, and even larger woven fabric pieces. Prices range from IDR 50,000 for masks to several hundred thousand Rupiah for larger woven items.