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Muara Teweh City
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Balai Basarah Induk Intan, the Hindu Kaharingan worship place in Muara Teweh, Central Kalimantan (foto: Ezagren)
Muara Teweh City
Also known as the “water town”, Muara Teweh is the capital of Barito Utara Regency. It is a unique town where houses float on water. The people here choose to live like this, because the area is just too frequently flooded from the river since ages gone by. Call it the “If you can’t beat them, join them” principle in action.
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Central Kalimantan
Batik Motifs
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
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Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is