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Yogyakarta Sultanate (photo:@Basukisucipto)

Outer Hall in the Yogyakarta Royal Palace (photo: Pesona Indonesia)

Yogyakarta Royal Palace

It is the Sultan’s Palace, located right in the middle of Yogyakarta city. Here people can experience the royal atmosphere and witness the royal heritage stored since the foundation of Mataram Empire in 1755. Several cultural celebration events are held regularly in the royal palace. Here, you are not only experiencing life-size diorama of royal lifestyle but occassionally you could also to its wonderful royal wedding ceremonies and watch traditional wayang puppets performance on the palace meeting hall.

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Batik Motifs

Abimanyu Prince

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

Wirasat

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

Parang Rusak

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

Kawung

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

 

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Pucuk Mekar

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Kuda Kupang

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

Pattimura

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

Singayaksa

The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to

Alam Pantai

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Rasamala

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

Wirasat

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Tabir Tanjung

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Angsa Duo

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Honai

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Paqbarre Allo

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Sandeq

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Sero Tangga

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Parang Seling

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Sekar Jati

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Lontara

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

Tanah Liek

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

Sekomandi

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Daun Sirih

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

Buketan Bali

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Kawung

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

Biji Kopi

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

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Bintik Tujuh

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

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Awan Berarak

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

Tenun Bima

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

Samudra

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Srimanganti

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

Daun Simpor

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

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

Merak Lasem

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Gumin Tambun

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Kaharingan

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

Insang Ikan

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

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

Ikan tambal

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

Prada Papua

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Bomba Mawar

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Raja Ampat

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

Wakatobi

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

Parang Rusak

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

Pisang Bali

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

Ake Patra

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Tongkonan

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Teguh Bersatu

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Taiganja

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