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Ujung Kulon UNESCO World Heritage Site
Ujung Kulon, UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site (photo: Indonesia Tourism)
Ujung Kulon UNESCO World Heritage Site
This park is situated in Ujung Jaya Village. The important thing to mention when it comes to this place is that UNESCO has approved it as one of the world’s heritage sites in 1992. Here, visitors can see many different kinds of unusual animal species and plants, especially the rare Javanese Rhinoceros.
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Avalokitesvara Shrine Banten
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Batik Motifs
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
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Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
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
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
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
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by