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Pampang Cultural Village

The Dayak traditional clothes (photo: Misteraladin)

Lanatip Dance as one of Indonesian national intangible cultural heritage (photo: Widyawati)

Pampang Cultural Village

This area is inhabited by Dayak Kenyah and once a year they hold the village anniversary festival in which people can enjoy lots of Dayak art performances. You can also rent Dayak traditional clothes and take pictures with local people.

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Pampang Cultural Village

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Batik villages in East Kalimantan

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East Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Kuntul Perak

Kuntul Perak refers to Egret Silver Bird. This bird is a Kalimantan endemic animal that becomes the

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

 

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Motifs

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Rangkiang

The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes

Bultiya

The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely

Paqbarre Allo

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Ukir Sentani

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with

Cengkeh

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

Merak Lasem

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Parang Rusak

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Tenun Bima

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

Awan Berarak

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Pattimura

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Ake Patra

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Wirasat

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Buketan Bali

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Insang Ikan

Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Enggang Dayak

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Singayaksa

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

Srimanganti

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

Lontara

The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that

Bekantan Pakis

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Daun Simpor

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Jumputan Bintang

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

Kalo Sara

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

Wakatobi

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Durian Pecah

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Peresean

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Tanah Liek

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Sandeq

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Kawung

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Samudra

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Asmat Papua

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

Prada Papua

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

Biji Kopi

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

La Galigo

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

Kain Cual

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Tongkonan

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Merak Ngeram

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Tidayu

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Alam Pantai

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Bomba Mawar

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Teguh Bersatu

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in