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Muara Jambi Temple

The Muara Jambi Buddhist Temple  (photo: Indonesia.travel)

Muara Jambi Temple

Muaro Jambi Temple, built since the 13th Century, is one of Indonesia’s national cultural heritage sites. The complex of Muaro Jambi temple is one of the largest temple complexes in Indonesia, which was constituted as a legacy during the reign of Srivijaya and the Malay Kingdoms in Jambi. The Muaro Jambi temple area is a Hindu and Buddhist-style temple complex, which can be reached by 20 minutes’ traverse by car from Jambi city.

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Muara Jambi Temple

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Batik Motifs

Angsa Duo

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

Durian Pecah

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

Merak Ngeram

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

 

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Merak Lasem

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Gonggong Siput

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

Samudra

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Peresean

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

Sandeq

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Wakatobi

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

Sekar Jati

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Sero Tangga

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

Sido Mulyo

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

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Tenun Bima

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Rasamala

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

Durian Pecah

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Biji Kopi

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Bultiya

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

Kaharingan

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Honai

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

Asmat Papua

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Angsa Duo

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

Ake Patra

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Sekomandi

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

La Galigo

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Lontara

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

Parang Rusak

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Dayak Taghol

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

Pisang Bali

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

Parang Seling

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Ukir Sentani

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Rangkiang

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

Daun Simpor

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

Tanah Liek

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

Kain Cual

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Tidayu

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

Cengkeh

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Tongkonan

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Kawung

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Daun Sirih

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Wirasat

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Prada Papua

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Srimanganti

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in