KAMPOENG BATIK LAWEYAN
Jl. Sidoluhur Solo
(Sepanjang jalan)

KAMPOENG BATIK LAWEYAN

Exploring the Exotic Batik Village

 Laweyan is an old historical village that is older than the city of Surakarta. Been existed since Pajang Kingdom period in the 14th century, old Laweyan was a textile trade center. Its name came from the word “Lawe”, means thread from spun cotton. Kyai Ageng Henis is a man who has the biggest contribution to the development of this village. He did not only teach religious knowledge, but also taught people the knowledge and the art of batik. Since then, the art of batik has been rapidly developed until this time.

Entering Laweyan, almost all of the houses are big and luxurious. They are functioned concurrently as batik showrooms. From thousand rupiah to millions rupiah batik is available here. Some of the places are also offering the opportunity to look closer at the process of batik making. For you who want to learn how to make batik, there is also short course package available.

Walking farther to the village, old high walls stand firmly flanking the narrow aisles. Behind them, the palaces of batik merchants from hundreds years ago stand gloriously. In their golden period, the merchants were extremely rich, even richer than the royal family members. With their wealth, they competed to build their own palaces. Now most of their houses and showrooms are inherited to their descendants. Entering their showrooms, we will get an extra bonus. Shopping batik while enjoying the luxurious palace which was built and designed in beautiful ancient Javanese architecture influenced by European, Chinese, and Islamic styles.

Not only that, Laweyan is also rich of historical sites. YogYES had an opportunity to visit the oldest mosque in Solo built almost five centuries ago and the Samanhudi Museum. Samanhudi is one of the national heroes during the revolution time. Still improving its existences, Kampoeng Batik Laweyan offering various attractions is worth to be chosen as one of your travel destinations in Solo. Exploring the exotic old village while enjoying various beautiful batik collections will become an unforgettable experience.

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