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Bogor Botanical Garden
Bogor Botanical Garden is located in Bogor city, West Java. It is the perfect place to admire various types of plants, such as pandanus bushes or agave and cacti in the Mexican plant section. The Botanical Gardens immediately borders the Bogor Presidential Palace, and you can see the Palace’s grounds from across the Garden’s lotus ponds. A word of warning: since this city is famous for its thunderstorms, check the weather and try to visit it as early in the day as you can.
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Cangkuang Temple
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West Java Batik Motifs
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Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
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
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
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
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions



