Batik Mega Mendung

Almost the entire area of ​​Java has a rich culture unique batik. of course there are areas that are more prominent such as Solo, Yogya, and Pekalongan. but the wealth of art batik Cirebon area is also no less than other cities.
Historically, in the bustling port of Cirebon have visited various entrants from within and outside the country. One influential newcomers are immigrants from China who brought confidence and art of his country.
In the history of Sunan Gunung Jati is explained that the development of Islamic teachings in Cirebon area married a Chinese princess Ong Named Tie. His wife is very concerned with the arts, especially ceramics. Motifs on the tiles brought from China the country is ultimately affect batik motifs until there is a mix of Chinese culture-Cirebon.

One of the most famous motif of batik Cirebon area is Mega-awanan Rain or clouds. In this motif can be seen in both form and color style Chinese tastes.
Motif symbolizes the mega carriers overcast rain in later-natikan as carriers of fertility, and the giver of life. This motif is dominated by blue, light blue began hingg dark blue. Dark blue color illustrates the dark clouds that contain rain water, the giver of life, while the color blue symbolizes the brightness of life.