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Pamona Cave (Photo: @festivaljalanjalan)

Pamona Cave

Rumor has it, that this cave is the house of some death bodies from Pamona Tribe. Apart from the mystery surrounding this cave, visitors can explore all the area. A little reminder: make sure to bring your own equipment to have a walk inside

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Pamona Cave

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Central Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Cengkeh

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

Sero Tangga

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Taiganja

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

 

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Tongkonan

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

Biji Kopi

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Kaharingan

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Tengkawang Ampiek

With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of

Raja Ampat

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Sekar Jati

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Dayak Kamang

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Daun Sirih

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

Angsa Duo

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Parang Rusak

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Awan Berarak

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Wakatobi

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Tidayu

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

Tanah Liek

The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Tikar Natuna

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Asmat Papua

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

Tenun Bima

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

Insang Ikan

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

Merak Lasem

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Prada Papua

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

Parang Seling

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

Pattimura

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

Cengkeh

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Ake Patra

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

Singayaksa

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Samudra

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Hiu Taliyasan

Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to

Sandeq

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

La Galigo

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Gamolan

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Kalo Sara

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Buketan Bali

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Sekomandi

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

Durian Pecah

Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of

Sido Mulyo

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

Wirasat

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

Rangkiang

The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes

Ukir Sentani

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

Manguni Minahasa

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