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Taman Siring Tower located on Martapura Riverbank, Banjarmasin (photo: Wisata Menara)

Taman Siring Tower

Taman Siring Tower is the iconic landmark of Banjarmasin city that you can’t miss. Located on the banks of Martapura River, this tower has a beautiful garden with a lot of tamarind trees buttressing it. Here visitors could see the beautiful urban landscape of Banjarmasin city while enjoying the delicious typical culinary spots on site. The park also serves as an important cultural centre for Banjarmasin urban society, which includes skateboarders, street musicians, breakdance group, and BMX freestyle communities. A floating dock is located on the other side of the tower. Here, Banjarmasin floating market is organized every Sunday morning.

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Taman Siring Tower

Tourist Attractions in South Kalimantan

South Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

 

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Batik

Motifs

Parang Seling

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

Durian Pecah

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

Kawung

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Tenun Bima

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

Daun Simpor

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Sekomandi

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

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,

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Angsa Duo

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

Gamolan

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Honai

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

Taiganja

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

Ake Patra

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Mahkota Siger

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

Sandeq

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Peresean

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

Alam Pantai

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Insang Ikan

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Leuit Sijimat

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Prada Papua

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

Kain Cual

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

La Galigo

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Abimanyu Prince

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Rasamala

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

Buketan Bali

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

Merak Lasem

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Lontara

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

Daun Sirih

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Ikan tambal

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

Asmat Papua

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Srimanganti

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Tanah Liek

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Sero Tangga

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

Tidayu

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Ukir Sentani

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Cengkeh

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

Raja Ampat

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

Bultiya

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

Parang Rusak

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Sido Mulyo

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Sekar Jati

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Samudra

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Bintik Tujuh

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Bomba Mawar

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