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Harlem Beach, Jayapura, Papua (photo: @Phinemo)

Harlem Beach

Papua also has a lot of stunning beaches. Harlem Beach is one of them. The beach is a little bit isolated. Yet, such isolation makes the beach unique. This site has beautiful spots for snorkelling and canoeing. If you have a dream to have your own island, take a few hours trip to reach the beach, and voila, here your wish comes true!

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Batik Motifs

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Ukir Sentani

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

Asmat Papua

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

 

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Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Prada Papua

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Teguh Bersatu

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Merak Lasem

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Gumin Tambun

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

La Galigo

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Rangkiang

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Taiganja

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

Gamolan

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

Lontara

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Ikan tambal

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Daun Simpor

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Kawung

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

Buketan Bali

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

Wakatobi

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Kain Cual

Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Peresean

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

Rasamala

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Kaharingan

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Tidayu

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Singayaksa

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Sekar Jati

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

Sandeq

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Wirasat

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

Awan Berarak

Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Raja Ampat

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

Honai

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Tongkonan

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

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

Tanah Liek

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Srimanganti

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

Daun Sirih

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Gonggong Siput

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

Samudra

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

Bultiya

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Jumputan Bintang

The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of

Insang Ikan

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Pala Salawaku

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Sero Tangga

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

Dayak Taghol

Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents

Bale Lumbu

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

Kalo Sara

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

Alam Pantai

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Ake Patra

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Kuda Sepasang

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