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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.
Tourist Attractions in Jambi
Batanghari Pedestrian Bridge
Batanghari Pedestrian bridge is also another iconic landmark of Jambi. This bridge was
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Jambi
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
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
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
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
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
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
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
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
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
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
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
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
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
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
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land