Cultural Destination

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Kobori Cave (Photo: @Indonesia Tourism)

Front part of Kobori Cave (Photo: @Pesona Indonesia)

Kobori Cave

A little bit of history is always needed to understand the place you are visiting. The Kobori Cave represents a concrete testimony of the ancient Muna Tribe in Megalithic era (around 4000 BC). This Indonesian National Heritage Site is also known as the “the cave of ink” for the fact that visitors who enjoy an excursion here, can witness some very old paintings which describes the way of life of this tribe. There are 565 megalithic paintings spread in several karst cave across Muna island, Southeast Sulawesi. Come and discover this wonderful place!

Cultural Tourism Destination

Kobori Cave

Tourist Attractions in Southeast Sulawesi

Southeast Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Ake Patra

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

Wakatobi

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

Kalo Sara

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

 

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Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Sero Tangga

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Insang Ikan

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Lontara

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

Merak Lasem

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