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Pusentasi – Donggala Sea Well

Pusentasi Sink Hole (Photo: @Wisatania)

Pusentasi – Donggala Sea Well

Pusentasi of Donggala sea well is one of natural phenomenon in Central Sulawesi. Pusentasi, literally means “the center of sea” in Kaili dialect. The water volume of this giant natural well depends on the tides that flow from Donggala Sea. The unique characteristic of this well is that the blue water remains clean at any condition, both during high and low tides. The locals believe that the water has great healing power.

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Pusentasi – Donggala Sea Well

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Central Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Taiganja

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Cengkeh

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

Sero Tangga

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

 

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Batik

Motifs

Abimanyu Prince

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Tenun Bima

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Insang Ikan

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Sekomandi

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Kalo Sara

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Wirasat

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

Awan Berarak

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Gamolan

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Srimanganti

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

Rasamala

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

Kawung

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Durian Pecah

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

Kain Cual

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Lontara

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

Pisang Bali

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

Tongkonan

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Tabir Tanjung

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Honai

The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Ukir Sentani

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Gonggong Siput

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

Parang Rusak

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Samudra

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Alam Pantai

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Merak Ngeram

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

La Galigo

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Pattimura

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

Peresean

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Tikar Natuna

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Taiganja

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Tidayu

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

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Angsa Duo

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Ake Patra

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Prada Papua

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

Buketan Bali

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

Daun Sirih

This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional

Bomba Mawar

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Bale Lumbu

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Rumah Mamuju

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Rangkiang

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

Daun Simpor

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Raja Ampat

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

Merak Lasem

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Tengkawang Ampiek

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