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Penglipuran Cultural Village

The Penglipuran Cultural Village (photo: Novanirza)

Penglipuran Cultural Village

Penglipuran Ecotourism Village is located in Bangli District. It has an area size of 112 hectares. This tourist spot was awarded the third most beautiful and cleanest village in the world by New York’s Boombastic magazine. It is a unique and exotic environment full of interesting elements such as traditional Balinese housing and temples architecture neatly lined up, green bamboo forests, and cobbled streets. The layout of this village is adapted from the shape of Trimandala, three concentric circles denoting three zones with different levels of function and purity. Discover and enjoy the magic of this place!

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Merak Abyorhokokai

The peacock batik motif depicts the bird’s beauty as the focal point of

Buketan Bali

The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Pisang Bali

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Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Karawo Mahkuta

Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Honai

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Merak Lasem

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Tubo Kelapa

Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more

Awan Berarak

Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the

Enggang Dayak

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

Durian Pecah

Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of

Besurek Rafflesia

The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga

Srimanganti

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Pisang Bali

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

Gonggong Siput

Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around

Kalo Sara

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Gumin Tambun

Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Dayak Taghol

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

Pattimura

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

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

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

Hiu Taliyasan

Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Wirasat

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

Tidayu

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Desa Na Ualu

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Cengkeh

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

Tanah Liek

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

Gamolan

This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is

Tikar Natuna

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

Gonggong Beruntun

This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and

Tongkonan

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

Sekomandi

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Rasamala

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Tangerang Herang

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Ake Patra

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Biji Kopi

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Wakatobi

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

Mahkota Siger

Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with

Ikan tambal

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Kawung

The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Daun Sirih

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

Kain Cual

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

Parang Seling

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

Rangkiang

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

Samudra

This art painting means to be strong-willed person to pursue

Rumah Mamuju

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

Parang Rusak

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Alam Pantai

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

Kaharingan

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Raja Ampat

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Jumputan Bintang

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Gurdo Solo

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

Insang Ikan

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Buketan Bali

The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is

Pucuk Mekar

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Sandeq

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Gajah Way Kambas

The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Leuit Sijimat

This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:

Singayaksa

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

La Galigo

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

Desa Na Tolu

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