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Pusentasi – Donggala Sea Well

Pusentasi Sink Hole (Photo: @Wisatania)

Pusentasi – Donggala Sea Well

Pusentasi of Donggala sea well is one of natural phenomenon in Central Sulawesi. Pusentasi, literally means “the center of sea” in Kaili dialect. The water volume of this giant natural well depends on the tides that flow from Donggala Sea. The unique characteristic of this well is that the blue water remains clean at any condition, both during high and low tides. The locals believe that the water has great healing power.

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Pusentasi – Donggala Sea Well

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Central Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Sero Tangga

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Cengkeh

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

Taiganja

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

 

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Motifs

Sekar Jati

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Tanah Liek

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Sandeq

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Tongkonan

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Tabir Tanjung

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Desa Na Ualu

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Angsa Duo

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Desa Na Tolu

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

Rangkiang

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

Bultiya

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Abimanyu Prince

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

Wakatobi

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

Ikan tambal

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

Pisang Bali

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Kuda Kupang

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Tenun Bima

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

Lontara

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

Wirasat

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Durian Pecah

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Teguh Bersatu

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

Cengkeh

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Rasamala

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Singayaksa

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

Samudra

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Tidayu

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

Honai

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Gumin Tambun

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

Prada Papua

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Parang Rusak

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Tangerang Herang

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

Asmat Papua

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

Taiganja

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Daun Sirih

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

Srimanganti

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

La Galigo

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Pattimura

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

Parang Seling

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

Kaharingan

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Tikar Natuna

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

Insang Ikan

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

Raja Ampat

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Kalo Sara

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

Peresean

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Kawung

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Sekomandi

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

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