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Manado city (photo: @beindonesia)

Bukit Kasih or “Hill of Love” (photo: @Tribunnews)

Manado City

The city of Manado is famous as a unique city as it is located in a bay near the open sea. With views of sea mountains, beaches, and tropical land, the city is famous for its amazing natural tourism potential. After Makassar, the city of Manado became the second most crowded city on the island of Sulawesi, especially for tourism. The city is also a national priority destination of Indonesia that presents a variety of cultural attractions, culinary and hotels with five-star facilities. One of the unique spot at this city is Bukit Kasih that means the “Hill of Love”. Here you will find worship places for 5 different religions such as mosque, christian church, catholic church, Hindu temple, Buddhist shrine. This historical site serves as the symbol of harmony in religious diversity in North Sulawesi.

Cultural Tourism Destination

Manado City

Tourist Attractions in North Sulawesi

North Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

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

Tari Kabasaran

the Kabasaran dance is a sacred dance performed in the

 

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Batik

Motifs

Srimanganti

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Raja Ampat

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

Sero Tangga

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Pattimura

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Sido Mulyo

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Tongkonan

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Lontara

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

Insang Ikan

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Asmat Papua

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Ukir Sentani

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

La Galigo

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

Taiganja

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Honai

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

Awan Berarak

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Kuda Kupang

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

Sekar Jati

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

Wakatobi

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

Samudra

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Gentala Arasy

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

Biji Kopi

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Kuda Sepasang

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Kaharingan

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

Daun Simpor

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Tanah Liek

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

Rasamala

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Durian Pecah

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Gamolan

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Kain Cual

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Sandeq

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

Ikan tambal

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Pala Salawaku

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

Parang Seling

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Bultiya

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

Alam Pantai

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Daun Sirih

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

Pisang Bali

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Ake Patra

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Sekomandi

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Tenun Bima

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Manguni Minahasa

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Rangkiang

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Tidayu

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