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Lok Baintan Floating Market

South Kalimantan province – Indonesia

Lok Baintan Floating Market in Banjarmasin (photo: Indonesia-tourism)

Lok Baintan Floating Market

Take a dip in this floating market. No matter at what hour you want to enjoy this picturesque spot, it will always surprise you. As you can imagine, you can buy authentic local goods and even enjoy your meal of local dishes while navigating through the water. This is a unique experience you cannot miss.

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Lok Baintan Floating Market

Tourist Attractions in South Kalimantan

South Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

 

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Motifs

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Wakatobi

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Ake Patra

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

Samudra

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

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

Prada Papua

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

Parang Seling

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Ikan tambal

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Kaharingan

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Anggrek Tewu

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

Manguni Minahasa

Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Sekomandi

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

Lontara

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

Biji Kopi

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

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Merak Lasem

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Taiganja

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

Alam Pantai

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

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

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

La Galigo

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Gentala Arasy

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Enggang Dayak

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

Honai

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Kawung

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

Awan Berarak

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Desa Na Tolu

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Sandeq

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Tidayu

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Ukir Sentani

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Pisang Bali

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Rasamala

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

Srimanganti

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Insang Ikan

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Tongkonan

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Kain Cual

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Wirasat

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Jumputan Bintang

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

Durian Pecah

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

Daun Simpor

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

Gonggong Siput

Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

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

Daun Sirih

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

Kalo Sara

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Tikar Natuna

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Karawo Pinang

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