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Kie Matubu mountain (Photo: Rekreasi Alam)

The view of Gamalama Mountain from Kie Matubu Mountain (Photo: @Tips Wisata Indonesia)

Kie Matubu

Kie Matubu is the highest point of North Maluku. From this plateau you can surely enjoy a breathtaking view: made up of mountains range, nature and surrounding areas in the background. A handy tips for you: try to enjoy it during a full moon!

Natural Tourism Destination

Kie Matubu Mount

Tourist Attractions in North Maluku

Kalamata Fort

Kalamata Fort

Again, it is a testimony of the Portuguese colonization of Indonesia. This fort is located near

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North Maluku

Batik Motifs

Tubo Kelapa

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

Alam Pantai

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

Burung Bidadari

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

 

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Indonesian

Batik

Motifs

Pucuk Mekar

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Pisang Bali

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Kalo Sara

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

La Galigo

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

Awan Berarak

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

Kawung

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

Tidayu

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Ake Patra

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Tanah Liek

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Sandeq

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Daun Simpor

This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical

Rumah Mamuju

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Bale Lumbu

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

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

Tabir Tanjung

Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in

Daun Sirih

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Rasamala

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

Honai

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Gurdo Solo

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Sero Tangga

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Anggrek Tewu

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

Asmat Papua

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

Alam Pantai

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

Raja Ampat

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Merak Ngeram

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Pintu Aceh

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

Parang Seling

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Sekomandi

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

Parang Rusak

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Prada Papua

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Ikan tambal

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Kaharingan

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

Buketan Bali

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is

Rangkiang

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Pala Salawaku

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

Merak Lasem

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

Bultiya

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Cengkeh

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

Lontara

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Srimanganti

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Durian Pecah

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

Tenun Bima

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Singayaksa

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Sekar Jati

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

Karawo Pinang

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