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Kobori Cave (Photo: @Indonesia Tourism)

Front part of Kobori Cave (Photo: @Pesona Indonesia)

Kobori Cave

A little bit of history is always needed to understand the place you are visiting. The Kobori Cave represents a concrete testimony of the ancient Muna Tribe in Megalithic era (around 4000 BC). This Indonesian National Heritage Site is also known as the “the cave of ink” for the fact that visitors who enjoy an excursion here, can witness some very old paintings which describes the way of life of this tribe. There are 565 megalithic paintings spread in several karst cave across Muna island, Southeast Sulawesi. Come and discover this wonderful place!

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Kobori Cave

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Southeast Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Ake Patra

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

Kalo Sara

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Wakatobi

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

 

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Samudra

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

Merak Lasem

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Parang Rusak

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

La Galigo

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Lipaq Sabe

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

Honai

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

Wakatobi

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Wirasat

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

Daun Sirih

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Merak Ngeram

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Tidayu

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Pattimura

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

Kain Cual

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

Sekar Jati

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

Bultiya

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Angsa Duo

According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess

Dayak Kamang

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

Gamolan

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Kawung

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Sero Tangga

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Ikan tambal

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

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Tanah Liek

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

Sekomandi

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Tangerang Herang

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

Asmat Papua

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Srimanganti

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Biji Kopi

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

Tongkonan

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Rasamala

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Singayaksa

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

Insang Ikan

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

Peresean

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Rumah Mamuju

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

Daun Simpor

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

Buketan Bali

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

Alam Pantai

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Tenun Bima

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Tubo Kelapa

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

Pisang Bali

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

Rangkiang

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Cengkeh

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

Taiganja

Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Kuda Sepasang

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

Kaharingan

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Parang Seling

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Kalo Sara

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

Durian Pecah

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay