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Pasuk Kameloh in Palangkaraya City

Pasuk Kameloh Park in Palangkaraya city (photo: Tribunnews.Faturohman)

The landscape of Palangkaraya city (photo: Jhoni Prihanto.Kaltengpos)

Palangkaraya City

Palangkaraya city is another unique destination you cannot miss in Central Kalimantan. This modern and vibrant city also offers different and meaningful experiences to learn local wisdom with friendly Dayak communities in the city. One of its iconic spots is the Pasuk Kameloh Park. From here you could gaze a panoramic view of the beautiful sunset, a combination of green space with the traditional dome-roofed mosque as typical Palangkaraya architecture. It is also an outdoor cultural park where local urban arts are exhibited and performed. You can enjoy the breezing air and eat delicious dishes by the river.

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Palangkaraya City

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Batik Motifs

Gumin Tambun

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Kaharingan

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

 

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Karawo Mahkuta

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

Wirasat

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

Lipaq Sabe

Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Biji Kopi

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Merak Ngeram

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Tanah Liek

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of

Tenun Bima

The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Peresean

The Peresean is a game that sometimes some kinds of magic are

Pucuk Mekar

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Angsa Duo

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Dayak Taghol

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Merak Lasem

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Cengkeh

The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents

Mahkota Siger

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

Bomba Mawar

This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates

Pattimura

Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Kalo Sara

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

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Ikan tambal

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

Samudra

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

La Galigo

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

Tidayu

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Srimanganti

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Daun Simpor

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Taiganja

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Ake Patra

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Prada Papua

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

Sekomandi

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Durian Pecah

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

Parang Seling

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

Sandeq

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

Tongkonan

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Kuda Sepasang

For the people of Kupang, having a strong horse is a matter of

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Kawung

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

Rasamala

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Desa Na Ualu

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Awan Berarak

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

Raja Ampat

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

Bale Lumbu

This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Asmat Papua

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

Sero Tangga

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Abimanyu Prince

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

Gamolan

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Pisang Bali

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

Tubo Kelapa

Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more

Kain Cual

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

Kaharingan

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Sekar Jati

Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that

Kuda Kupang

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

Enggang Dayak

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