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Ternate City
Ternate City (photo: @Ilhamarch/goodnewsfromindonesia)
Ternate City
As one of the main cities in North Maluku, this city is quite popular among tourists. Located on the slope of the Gamalama volcano, this city offers various activities to do such as tracking on the hill, or you can have a walk around the most important historical spots of the town.
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Ternate City
Tourist Attractions in North Maluku
Kalamata Fort
Again, it is a testimony of the Portuguese colonization of Indonesia. This fort is located near
Kie Matubu Mountain
Being the highest point of North Maluku, from here you can surely enjoy a breathtaking
North Maluku
Batik Motifs
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
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Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
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
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely


