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Hukurila Underwater Cave 

Hukurila Underwater Cave  (Photo:@virgiliavenessa)

Hukurila Underwater Cave

This underwater cave stores the greatest landscape of tropical sea creatures. As soon as you dip in this natural beauty you will be surrounded by colorful reefs and marine creatures which will make you more appreciate the bounty life below water.

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Hukurila Underwater Cave

Tourist Attractions in Maluku

Maluku

Batik Motifs

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Pala Salawaku

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Pattimura

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

 

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Motifs

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Jumputan Bintang

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

Tenun Bima

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Dayak Taghol

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Rasamala

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Pattimura

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

Durian Pecah

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Tubo Kelapa

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Awan Berarak

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

Prada Papua

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

Wakatobi

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Merak Lasem

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Bultiya

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

Singayaksa

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Tikar Natuna

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Tidayu

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

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

Kalo Sara

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Gumin Tambun

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

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Pisang Bali

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

Peresean

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

Sekar Jati

Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that

Cengkeh

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

Asmat Papua

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

Rangkiang

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

Lontara

The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that

Karawo Pinang

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Wirasat

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

Tanah Liek

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Burung Bidadari

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

Samudra

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Kain Cual

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Desa Na Tolu

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

Buketan Bali

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

Honai

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

Alam Pantai

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

Sero Tangga

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

Gamolan

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

Tongkonan

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Sandeq

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Raja Ampat

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Parang Seling

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

Kaharingan

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Kuda Kupang

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