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Kota Tua – Jakarta Old Town

The Jakarta Old Town (photo: @Pesona.Travel)

Kota Tua – Jakarta Old Town

This ancient trading community was the seed of Jakarta as the capital city. It is the biggest Chinatown area in Jakarta, and it hosts a lot of historical and cultural occurrences even since before the time of the Dutch occupation. As the name already suggests, there are many historical buildings that were built in the colonialism era that are still standing. You can rent vintage bicycle at a museum and visit other museums next to it. There are also many cosy restaurants in this place that serve authentic Chinese-Jakarta culinary delights, as well as unique vintage photo gallery exhibitions. 

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Batik Motifs

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Rasamala

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

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Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Gorga Simeol-Meol

The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Samudra

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Cengkeh

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Wakatobi

It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Singayaksa

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Dayak Taghol

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Pucuk Mekar

This motive reflects the joy and gratitude to God over the grace of

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Bomba Mawar

This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates

Rumah Mamuju

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

Prada Papua

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

Parang Rusak

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Paqbarre Allo

The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as

Alam Pantai

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

Rasamala

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

Insang Ikan

Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits

Anggrek Tewu

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

Sekar Jati

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

Pattimura

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Daun Simpor

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Pala Salawaku

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Lipaq Sabe

Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is

Gentala Arasy

Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of

Desa Na Ualu

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Gamolan

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

Wirasat

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Teguh Bersatu

This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Srimanganti

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

Raja Ampat

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Parang Seling

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Asmat Papua

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Merak Ngeram

The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Enggang Dayak

Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural

Bekantan Pakis

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

Peresean

The Peresean is a game that sometimes some kinds of magic are

Buketan Bali

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Taiganja

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Sero Tangga

The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil

Tidayu

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

Tubo Kelapa

Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more

Angsa Duo

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Kuda Sepasang

For the people of Kupang, having a strong horse is a matter of

Abimanyu Prince

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Pisang Bali

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Biji Kopi

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

Daun Sirih

This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional

Tabir Tanjung

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Sido Mulyo

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Kain Cual

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

Merak Lasem

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is

Honai

The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

La Galigo

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

Sekomandi

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

Tongkonan

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

Kalo Sara

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Kaharingan

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

Kawung

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Dayak Kamang

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Ake Patra

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