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Labengki Island – Giant Clam Marine Reserve
Labengki Island (Photo: @labengkibeachhut)
Kima Giant Clam (Tridacna gigas) in Labengki ocean (Photo: @Aneka Wisata Nusantara)
Labengki Island – Giant Clam Marine Reserve
No one knows that the second biggest Kima giant clam (Tridacna gigas) with the size of 50 cm can be found in Labengki waters, Southeast Sulawesi. Labengki region is also known as Giant Clam Marine Conservation. You could choose stay whether in local Bajo traditional architecture beach cottage or feel the excitement of camping in a quiet beach. Besides snorkelling activities, fishing at Labengki will not disappoint you. There are many types of fish that you can catch here for example Barracuda, Grouper, Yellow Fin Tuna, Red Snapper, Sailfish, etc. Are you waiting for a great holiday sensation? Come and Discover the natural wonders of Labengki!
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Labengki Island – Giant Clam Marine Reserve
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Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Dayak Kamang
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Gajah Way Kambas
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Tubo Kelapa
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Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
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Hiu Taliyasan
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Pala Salawaku
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Biji Kopi
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Tenun Bima
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Lontara
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Pattimura
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Srimanganti
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Kerawang Tegak Aceh
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Gonggong Siput
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La Galigo
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Kaharingan
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Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
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Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
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Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Leuit Sijimat
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Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Bekantan Pakis
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Jupri Kembang Teh
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Taiganja
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Daun Simpor
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Kaganga Tanah Rejang
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Gorga Simeol-Meol
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Sekomandi
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Pati-Pati Pinehiku
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Angsa Duo
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