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Komodo National Park – UNESCO World Heritage Site
Komodo National Park (photo: @Mardhana Ksatrya/Kompasiana)
Komodo National Park – UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Komodo National Park is located in Komodo Island, which is situated near the main port Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara. It was inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991 due to the presence of the world’s protected Komodo dragon. This park has some major attractions: lush reefs, manta point, pink beach and Komodo dragons park. Komodo dragons are carnivorous reptiles whose saliva is poisonous for humans. Watch out for the presence of those big lizards and pay thorough attention to the direction provided by the local guides when you are at Komodo site. Another stunning tourist attraction is Padar island, which is located next to Komodo Island. By taking the boat from Komodo island and hiking for 20-30 minutes to the top of Padar island, you will see an outstanding view of the island, along with its 3 colour beaches: white, pink and black. In addition, this region offers a great mixture of natural and cultural attractions with good tourism facilities as well. Do you want to experience earth’s extraordinary natural wonder? Visit Komodo Islands, Indonesia!
Natural Tourism Destination
Komodo National Park at Labuan Bajo Region
Tourist Attractions in East Nusa Tenggara
Kolbano Beach
Kolbano beach is one of Indonesia’s unique beaches whose sands consist of
Pantai Merah Muda – Pink Beach
Have you ever been to a beach were the sand is pink?
Batu Cermin Cave in Labuan Bajo
This place was once an underwater cave. It is named after the light that shines through
East Nusa Tenggara
Batik Motifs
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
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Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
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
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
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
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
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:
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung