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Kota Tua – Jakarta Old Town

The Jakarta Old Town (photo: @Pesona.Travel)

Kota Tua – Jakarta Old Town

This ancient trading community was the seed of Jakarta as the capital city. It is the biggest Chinatown area in Jakarta, and it hosts a lot of historical and cultural occurrences even since before the time of the Dutch occupation. As the name already suggests, there are many historical buildings that were built in the colonialism era that are still standing. You can rent vintage bicycle at a museum and visit other museums next to it. There are also many cosy restaurants in this place that serve authentic Chinese-Jakarta culinary delights, as well as unique vintage photo gallery exhibitions. 

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Batik Motifs

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Rasamala

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

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Gamolan

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

Ake Patra

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

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

La Galigo

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

Srimanganti

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Sido Mulyo

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Leuit Sijimat

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Parang Rusak

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Sandeq

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

Wakatobi

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Asmat Papua

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

Daun Sirih

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

Kain Cual

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Taiganja

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Lontara

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

Sekomandi

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Ikan tambal

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

Parang Seling

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Singayaksa

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Awan Berarak

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Enggang Dayak

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Gurdo Solo

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Wirasat

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

Tongkonan

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Pattimura

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

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Samudra

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Kawung

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

Sero Tangga

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Tangerang Herang

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

Angsa Duo

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

Cengkeh

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Rangkiang

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Tenun Bima

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

Tidayu

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

Biji Kopi

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Rasamala

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Merak Lasem

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

Kalo Sara

Kalo Sara is a sacred motif for Tolaki ethnic. It is considered as

Bultiya

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

Insang Ikan

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Prada Papua

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that