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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
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
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Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
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
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
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
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant 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
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
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
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
