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Tajahan Tjilik Riwut

Dayak Ngaju Ritual Ceremony in Tajahan (photo: Debu Yandie)

The sacred place in Tajahan (photo: Indonesian Tourism)

Tajahan Tjilik Riwut

The Dayak Tribe considers it to be a very sacred spot. According to their belief, whenever one has a desire that they must achieve no matter what, they would place yellow cloths and offerings in Tajahan. This place is also used by local Dayak people to talk with the spirit of their dead friends or family members. Rituals are conducted in Tajahan to honour the spirit of the ancestors, as well as to eradicate evil spirits and sweep out bad luck from the community.

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Batik Motifs

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

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

 

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Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Sandeq

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

Peresean

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Leuit Sijimat

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

Wirasat

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

Rasamala

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Pattimura

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

Taiganja

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Durian Pecah

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Honai

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Wakatobi

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

Tidayu

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

Bultiya

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Pisang Bali

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Tongkonan

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

Parang Seling

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Awan Berarak

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Pala Salawaku

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

Samudra

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Buketan Bali

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Desa Na Tolu

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Gamolan

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

Parang Rusak

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Tanah Liek

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Biji Kopi

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

La Galigo

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Raja Ampat

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Lontara

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

Angsa Duo

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

Rangkiang

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Daun Simpor

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

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Kain Cual

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

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

Asmat Papua

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Tangerang Herang

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

Prada Papua

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Karawo Pinang

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

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Kawung

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Bekantan Pakis

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

Kaharingan

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Ake Patra

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

Tikar Natuna

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