Laweyan, Traditional batik district in Surakarta, Indonesia.
The Laweyan district encompasses eleven neighborhoods, including Pajang, Bumi, and Panularan, spread across an elevation of 111 meters above sea level.
In 1912, Laweyan became the birthplace of Sarekat Dagang Islam, the first trade association established by local batik merchants and producers in Indonesia.
The district maintains its reputation as a center for batik production, where families continue textile manufacturing techniques through multiple generations.
Visitors can access the district through regular public transportation connections and explore numerous textile workshops displaying traditional production methods.
The name Laweyan derives from 'Lawe', meaning thread material for fabric, and local merchants earned recognition as 'wong Nglawiyan', denoting their prosperity.
Location: Surakarta City
Elevation above the sea: 111 m
GPS coordinates: -7.55111,110.77472
Latest update: March 6, 2025 04:21
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