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Ampera Bridge in Palembang

The Ampera Bridge (photo: Wikipedia)

Ampera Bridge

Ampera Bridge is a historic bridge which was built during 1962-1965 for the Asian Games IV. It has a length of about 1,177 meters, 22 meters wide and 63 meters high from the ground surface. This makes the Ampera Bridge the longest bridge in ASEAN. It acts as a busy hub during the day, yet provides an excellent view during the night.

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Ampera Bridge

Tourist Attractions in South Sumatra

South Sumatra

Batik Motifs

Jumputan Bintang

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

 

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Motifs

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Pucuk Mekar

This motive reflects the joy and gratitude to God over the grace of

Enggang Dayak

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Kaharingan

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Kalo Sara

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Bultiya

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

La Galigo

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

Parang Rusak

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Insang Ikan

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

Tongkonan

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

Tidayu

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Daun Sirih

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

Peresean

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Burung Bidadari

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

Merak Lasem

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Tanah Liek

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Karawo Pinang

Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Pattimura

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

Kuda Sepasang

For the people of Kupang, having a strong horse is a matter of

Desa Na Tolu

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Kain Cual

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Prada Papua

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Wirasat

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

Sekomandi

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Singayaksa

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Wakatobi

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Tenun Bima

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Biji Kopi

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Tikar Natuna

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

Parang Seling

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Ikan tambal

The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Asmat Papua

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Gurdo Solo

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

Alam Pantai

The word “Alam Pantai” refers to the natural beauty of

Rasamala

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

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

Ake Patra

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Sero Tangga

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

Sandeq

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Pala Salawaku

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

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Rangkiang

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Kuda Kupang

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

Pisang Bali

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Honai

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

Raja Ampat

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

Cengkeh

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

Srimanganti

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