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Minahasa Traditional Costume (Photo: @Indonesia Kaya)

Pinawetengan Museum

Pinawetengan Museum displays various collections, ranging from pre-historic relics, ancient Minahasa tribal objects, to Dutch colonial relics. Located 4 kilometers from the museum, the prehistoric site of Watu Pinawetengan has existed since 1000 BC. It is considered a sacred site and the birthplace of Minahasa ethnic.

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Pinawetengan Museum

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North Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Manguni Minahasa

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

Tari Kabasaran

the Kabasaran dance is a sacred dance performed in the

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

 

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Motifs

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Kalo Sara

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

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Taiganja

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Singayaksa

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Rasamala

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Kain Cual

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

Peresean

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Parang Seling

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Tanah Liek

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

Pisang Bali

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

Ake Patra

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

Tenun Bima

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

Biji Kopi

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Bultiya

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Angsa Duo

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Samudra

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Wakatobi

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Kawung

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Lontara

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Merak Lasem

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Gurdo Solo

Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,

Rumah Mamuju

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

Buketan Bali

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

La Galigo

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Cengkeh

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Awan Berarak

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Sekomandi

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Pala Salawaku

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Pattimura

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

Sero Tangga

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

Sandeq

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Raja Ampat

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Wirasat

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

Srimanganti

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

Tongkonan

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Gamolan

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

Ikan tambal

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Sekar Jati

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