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For batik kain, most of these shops start out at Rp5000 but you can knock them down to possibly as low as Rp1500. You'll also find many examples of the Indramayu-batik (more involved patterns), plus examples of Solo and Pekalongan styles; 2) Pasar Belong, until 4 pm; 3) the G.K.B.I. (Batik Cooperative), JI. Pekarungan 27, open Mon.-Thurs. 8-12, and 1-4; Fri. 8-11 and 2-4; Sat. 8-12. Many varieties of batik; 41 Some of Cirebon's best batik is made in Trusmi, 5 km west. For Trusmi, take a becak first to Gunungsari Station, then take a Colt to Plered, then walk 1 km to Trusmi from Plered down a country lane full of batik waving and drying in the sunlight. Try Mr. Masina's workshop where some 14 women work. Also Budhi Tesna's for batik painting and printing. Many other workshops in this village. Although the batik is actually made here, it is not necessarily cheaperyou just have more of a selection. They want Rp1520,000 for the finer pieces; the highest priced are Rp60,000.