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Balla Peu Village
Balla Peu Village (Photo: @Lantangsura)
Traditional Architecture in Balla Peu Village (Photo: @Rusmianti19)
Balla Peu Village
If you are interested in rural culture, this place will give them the opportunity to have a deep understanding of the amazing Mamasa culture. Once you arrive in this village, you will have the chance to look at the local architecture which dominates the typical houses of the place. You will be hosted by the local people and have a close look to their traditions, such as the ‘Tenung”. It is a woven cloth with different motifs produced by the women.
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Batik Motifs
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
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Indonesian
Batik
Motifs
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
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
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
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
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
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
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
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,
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in