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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
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
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
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Motifs
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
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
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural