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Gili Trawangan beach (photo: Wikimedia/Luis Medina)

Gili Trawangan Beach

Do you ever imagine getting exiled on the beach with brilliant white sand and blue crystalline water? The Gili Trawangan beach totally has what you want in a beautiful exile experience. The tropical blue sea, breezing wind, soft waves of the ocean will sway your mood for a relaxing holiday. Find the sweet spot within you in this wonderful place!

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Gili Trawangan Beach

Tourist Attractions in West Nusa Tenggara

West Nusa Tenggara Batik Motifs

Daun Sirih

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

Peresean

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

Tenun Bima

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

Bale Lumbu

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

 

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Besurek Rafflesia

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Insang Ikan

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Bekantan Pakis

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

Durian Pecah

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

Leuit Sijimat

This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:

Tongkonan

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

Sero Tangga

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Buketan Bali

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Asmat Papua

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Parang Rusak

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Kuda Sepasang

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Srimanganti

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Bultiya

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Sekar Jati

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Angsa Duo

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

Biji Kopi

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

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

Karawo Pinang

Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original

Tanah Liek

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Singayaksa

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

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

Kawung

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Bale Lumbu

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

Kain Cual

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

Gurdo Solo

Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Anggrek Tewu

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Gentala Arasy

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Alam Pantai

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Ake Patra

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

Kalo Sara

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

Raja Ampat

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

Wirasat

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

Rangkiang

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

Samudra

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

Tenun Bima

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Mahkota Siger

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Awan Berarak

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

Sekomandi

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

Pattimura

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Sandeq

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Lontara

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Tidayu

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Hiu Taliyasan

Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to

Tabir Tanjung

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Lipaq Sabe

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Merak Lasem

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Ikan tambal

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

Rasamala

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

Gonggong Siput

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

La Galigo

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

Peresean

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Taiganja

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

Honai

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Malinau Cultural Festival

You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in