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Tanah Lot

Tanah Lot Shrine in Bali (photo: pesonaindonesia)

Tanah Lot Temple

Tanah Lot Temple is one of Bali’s most important landmarks, where you can enjoy a spectacular sunset landscape. Its unique offshore setting, the spirit of the place of ancient Hindu shrine offers you an unforgettable experience. Tanah Lot temple complex is surrounded by smaller shrines where you can visit and find the unique architecture of traditional Bali temples. It also hosts a cultural park that shows dance performances regularly. Tanah Lot temple is located in Beraban Village, Tabanan Regency, about 20 Km from Kuta beach and Denpasar city.

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Batik Motifs

Merak Abyorhokokai

The peacock batik motif depicts the bird’s beauty as the focal point of

Pisang Bali

This batik motif is usually given by a person to his/her lover who is

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Buketan Bali

The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is

 

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Samudra

This art painting means to be strong-willed person to pursue

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Dayak Taghol

Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents

Ukir Sentani

The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga

Anggrek Tewu

This motif is created based on the local wisdom and philosophy of

Gamolan

This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is

Gumin Tambun

Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Jumputan Bintang

The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to

Burung Bidadari

Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an

Alam Pantai

The word “Alam Pantai” refers to the natural beauty of

Keluak Daun Pakis

The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of

Raja Ampat

Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in

Angsa Duo

According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong

Cengkeh

The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents

Merak Lasem

The peacock is considered to be the king of the birds. It represents

Tenun Bima

The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great

Pintu Aceh

The motif is inspired by Aceh’s traditional architecture that has

Parang Rusak

Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by

Gigi Haruan Lidi

The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes

Mahkota Siger

Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and

Ikan tambal

The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Bultiya

The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely

Kalo Sara

Kalo Sara is a sacred motif for Tolaki ethnic. It is considered as

Abimanyu Prince

This motif implies a hope that the wearer will have the wisdom of

Gonggong Siput

Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around

Srimanganti

The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to

Sandeq

Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of

Prada Papua

The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Tangerang Herang

Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of

Pisang Bali

This batik motif is usually given by a person to his/her lover who is

Awan Berarak

Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Manguni Minahasa

Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a

Karawo Mahkuta

Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Lok Baintan Floating Market

As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even

Besurek Rafflesia

The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions

Pucuk Rebung Riau

Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and

Jupri Kembang Teh

Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of

Kasih Tak Sampai

‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to

Lontara

The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that

Gurdo Solo

Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,

Biji Kopi

The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in

Bintik Tujuh

The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as

La Galigo

La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and

Rasamala

The Rasamala Batik motif is associated with a story when the Dutch came

Tikar Natuna

The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Daun Simpor

This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical

Kuda Kupang

Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring

Leuit Sijimat

This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:

Kain Cual

Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to

Karawo Pinang

Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Bekantan Pakis

This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Desa Na Ualu

The Gorga motif of Ualu Village is the symbol of the eight cardinal

Sido Mulyo

Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in

Singayaksa

The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to

Tongkonan

Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for

Asmat Papua

The batik motif illustrates the Asmat’s sacred tribal motifs that are

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Ake Patra

Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of

Tabir Tanjung

Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in

Sekomandi

Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”

Wirasat

Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by

Bale Lumbu

This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the

Malinau Cultural Festival

You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in

Kawung

The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for

Desa Na Tolu

The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and

Gajah Way Kambas

The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes

Dayak Kamang

Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to

Parang Seling

Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Rumah Mamuju

the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house

Pattimura

Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in

Gonggong Beruntun

This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Kaharingan

The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes

Taiganja

Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is

Tidayu

The name of this motif is the acronym of three ethnics namely,

Pala Salawaku

This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Sekar Jati

Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with