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Hukurila Underwater Cave
Hukurila Underwater Cave
This underwater cave stores the greatest landscape of tropical sea creatures. As soon as you dip in this natural beauty you will be surrounded by colorful reefs and marine creatures which will make you more appreciate the bounty life below water.
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Hukurila Underwater Cave
Tourist Attractions in Maluku
Kei Islands
One of the most famous destinations here is the Ngurtafur white beach, located on
Siwalima Museum
The word “Siwalima” is composed of two words that have been taken from
Maluku
Batik Motifs
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
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Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that


