 As a port city, Cirebon attract settlers from around and overseas alike.Cirebon culture was described as Java "Pasisiran" (coastal) culture, similar with those of Banten, Batavia, Pekalongan, and Semarang, with notable influences mixture of Chinese, Arabic-Islamic, and European influences.The notable one is Cirebon batik with vivid colours with motifs and patterns that clearly demonstrate Chinese and local influences.