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Muara Jambi Temple

The Muara Jambi Buddhist Temple  (photo: Indonesia.travel)

Muara Jambi Temple

Muaro Jambi Temple, built since the 13th Century, is one of Indonesia’s national cultural heritage sites. The complex of Muaro Jambi temple is one of the largest temple complexes in Indonesia, which was constituted as a legacy during the reign of Srivijaya and the Malay Kingdoms in Jambi. The Muaro Jambi temple area is a Hindu and Buddhist-style temple complex, which can be reached by 20 minutes’ traverse by car from Jambi city.

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Batik Motifs

Angsa Duo

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

Durian Pecah

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

Merak Ngeram

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

 

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Sido Mulyo

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

Tongkonan

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Biji Kopi

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

Asmat Papua

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Buketan Bali

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Pisang Bali

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Parang Seling

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Pala Salawaku

This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely

Paqbarre Allo

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Wakatobi

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Dayak Taghol

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

Kaharingan

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even

Pucuk Mekar

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

Honai

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Wirasat

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

Kalo Sara

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

Raja Ampat

Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in

Sekomandi

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Prada Papua

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Samudra

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Parang Rusak

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Alam Pantai

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Kawung

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Daun Sirih

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

Ake Patra

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Dayak Kamang

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Gajah Way Kambas

The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Gamolan

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

Srimanganti

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

Singayaksa

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Angsa Duo

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Merak Lasem

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Awan Berarak

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Tanah Liek

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Sero Tangga

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

Tidayu

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Daun Simpor

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Rasamala

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

Durian Pecah

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land