Jakarta  National Batik Day is observed to nurture love and pride for cultural objects, according to Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno.

During a webinar witnessed from here on Saturday, Uno remarked that National Batik Day was observed as part of the government’s efforts to raise Indonesia’s dignity and positive image in the international forum.

Indonesian batik was acknowledged by UNESCO as a masterpiece of oral and intangible heritage of humanity, he noted.

UNESCO’s decision was based on how Indonesian batik is closely linked to scores of symbols that signify social status, culture, nature, and history.

Every pattern in batik is steeped in philosophy and holds meaning that convey cultural values.

Batik, as an artwork of high value, has been a part of Indonesia’s culture since long, dating back to the fourth century, primarily in Java Island

Source: ANTARA News