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Bandar Lampung City
The Bandar Lampung City (photo: @Budhi Marta)
The Siger Monument, Landmark of Bandar Lampung (photo:Bobo)
Bandar Lampung City
It is the capital city in the region. Despite its congestion, the city is full of picturesque buildings and you can enjoy the real local culture, food, and traditions. If you are a night party lover, do not expect to encounter a lot of such privilege in this place!
Tourist Attractions in Lampung
Pahawang Island
Pahawang Island has an amazing natural marine ecosystem. The island definitely has
Kenali Village
Every region in Indonesia has a particular traditional house that represents
Krakatau Volcano
Krakatau remains one of the world most well-known volcanoes due to its
Lampung
Batik Motifs
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
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Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It 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
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
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
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
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
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for