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Ammatoa Indigenous Village

Ammatoa Indigenous Village (Photo: CeritaFebrian)

Kajang community in Ammatoa Village (Photo: @educationtech)

Ammatoa Indigenous Village

As soon as you enter in this village you can really perceive the locals’ willingness to have you in their village. In fact you will find something which tells “Welcome to Ammatoa Indigenous Village”. This village is inhabited by the Kajang tribe, which is one of the oldest tribe existed in Indonesian archipelago. When exploring the village, if you notice, most houses have similar shape and follow the same direction. Kajang tribe is known for their local wisdom to communicate with nature. In addition, they have a typical traditional ceremony that is practised to reveal one’s lies. The villains and those whose lies are proven during the ceremony will be punished according to the custom. Black is the typical colour used by local villagers, as it is  considered as the metaphor of truth and honesty. Do you want to experience another cultural sensation? Come here and feel the difference!

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Batik Motifs

Paqbarre Allo

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

Lontara

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Tongkonan

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Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Insang Ikan

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

Merak Lasem

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Merak Ngeram

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Pattimura

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

Singayaksa

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

Gamolan

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

Tongkonan

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Ake Patra

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Parang Rusak

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Abimanyu Prince

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Wakatobi

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Karawo Mahkuta

Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Enggang Dayak

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

Honai

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

Daun Simpor

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

Prada Papua

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

Pisang Bali

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

Bultiya

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Tikar Natuna

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Rasamala

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

Angsa Duo

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Parang Seling

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

Taiganja

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

Tenun Bima

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

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

Cengkeh

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Durian Pecah

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

Alam Pantai

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

Tidayu

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

Peresean

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

Samudra

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

La Galigo

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

Tanah Liek

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Anggrek Tewu

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

Wirasat

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

Kaharingan

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Hiu Taliyasan

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Bintik Tujuh

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

Daun Sirih

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

Asmat Papua

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Buketan Bali

The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Desa Na Ualu

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Raja Ampat

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

Sandeq

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Kawung

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

Kalo Sara

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Sekomandi

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Lipaq Sabe

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

Biji Kopi

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Lontara

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and