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The Krakatau Mountain (photo: Pesona.Travel)
Krakatau Volcano
Krakatau remains one of the world’s most well-known volcanoes due to its notorious 19th-century eruption. Located between Java and Sumatra Islands, it is a natural reserve area that is worth visiting for adventure, education, and research purposes. Visit www.volcanodiscovery.com for up to date seismic activity information before booking your trip.
Tourist Attractions in Lampung
Bukit Barisan Selatan National Park
The World Wildlife Fund has ranked it as one of the planet’s most outstanding habitats for
Lampung
Batik Motifs
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
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Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
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,
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
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
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
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
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the