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Lengkuas Island
Lengkuas Island can be reached for just 30 minutes with a speedboat from Tanjung Kelayang, Belitung Island. It is known for the scenic location of various granite formations adorning the sea. A lighthouse, founded in 1882, is located in the middle of the island. With the beautiful combination of hundreds of granite, white sand, clear seawater, one can enjoy water activities such as snorkeling and observing beautiful underwater life.
Tourist Attractions in Bangka Belitung
Tri Agung Buddhist Shrine in Tikus island
Enjoying the beauty of the beach and discovering spiritual tourism, why not?
Tanjung Kelayang Geopark
Could you imagine if a Stonehenge was ever built on the beach?
Tin Museum
Bangka Belitung Province has the only tin museum ever built today
Bangka Belitung
Batik Motifs
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
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Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
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
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely