Cultural Destination
Kobori Cave
Kobori Cave (Photo: @Indonesia Tourism)
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
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Batik Motifs
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Wakatobi
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Ake Patra
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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
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
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
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
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
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
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
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and