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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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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
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
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Burung Bidadari
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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
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Kerawang Tegak Aceh
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Cengkeh
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Tenun Bima
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Parang Rusak
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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
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Mahkota Siger
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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
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
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
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Manguni Minahasa
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Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Tifa Totobuang
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Lok Baintan Floating Market
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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
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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
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
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
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
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
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Wirasat
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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
Rumah Mamuju
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Pattimura
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Gonggong Beruntun
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Kaharingan
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Taiganja
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Daun Lada Hitam
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Gedhog Kembang Waluh
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