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Kota Tua – Jakarta Old Town
The Jakarta Old Town (photo: @Pesona.Travel)
Kota Tua – Jakarta Old Town
This ancient trading community was the seed of Jakarta as the capital city. It is the biggest Chinatown area in Jakarta, and it hosts a lot of historical and cultural occurrences even since before the time of the Dutch occupation. As the name already suggests, there are many historical buildings that were built in the colonialism era that are still standing. You can rent vintage bicycle at a museum and visit other museums next to it. There are also many cosy restaurants in this place that serve authentic Chinese-Jakarta culinary delights, as well as unique vintage photo gallery exhibitions.
Tourist Attractions in Jakarta
Setu Babakan – Betawi Cultural Village
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Indonesian Stamp Museum
This quaint museum will bring you back to in time, to when smartphones and
National monument – The Monas
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Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
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
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
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
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
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
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates