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Orchid Botanical Garden
Vanda Orchid flower (foto: N. Perrault, Wikipedia)
Orchid Botanical Garden (foto: Carletariu)
Orchid Botanical Garden
If you visit Tarakan city, you should go to the Orchid Botanical Garden. It conserves various types of the rarest Kalimantan orchids. You can also find various kinds of mini cactus and beautiful tropical butterflies. This place is definitely awesome for nature lovers.
Tourist Attractions in North Kalimantan
Tarakan Mangrove Forest
Mangrove Forest is one of the favourite tourism sites in Tarakan. We can go along the
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Museum of Bulungan Sultanate
Bulungan is a historical museum to witness the legacy of the
North Kalimantan
Batik Motifs
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
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Batik
Motifs
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
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
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for