ancestral heritage and national pride. One of the efforts to preserve this batik culture is to introduce it to the community through an exhibition at the Indonesia by the Beach festival.

“As a relatively younger art form, Malaysian batik enjoys greater freedom to experiment with abstract and contemporary styles, creating a distinct identity that sets it apart from its Indonesian ...

Not just to see the artefacts but also the interactive displays such as traditional Indonesian games and animations. You can also join a batik workshop to learn how to craft this ancient art form.

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