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Telaga Bodas Crater Lake

Telaga Bodas Crater Lake (photo: pergidulu)

Telaga Bodas Crater Lake

Have you ever thought about having a bath in a crater while enjoying the stunning view surrounding you? In this place, this is not just a dream, but a reality. Most tourists in fact visit this place to have a bath in its hot sulphur-rich water. The Telaga Bodas Crater is also considered the perfect place to hike and observe nature from a close point of view.

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Telaga Bodas Crater Lake

Tourist Attractions in West Java

West Java Batik Motifs

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

 

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Bekantan Pakis

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Sekomandi

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

Kain Cual

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Ake Patra

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

Buketan Bali

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

Tanah Liek

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

Wakatobi

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

Wirasat

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Asmat Papua

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Raja Ampat

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Tenun Bima

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Daun Sirih

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Rumah Mamuju

the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house

Ukir Sentani

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Samudra

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Peresean

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Pisang Bali

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Durian Pecah

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

Kaharingan

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Cengkeh

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

Taiganja

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Jumputan Bintang

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Rangkiang

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Kawung

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

Pala Salawaku

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

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

Bultiya

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Daun Simpor

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Pattimura

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Abimanyu Prince

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Tikar Natuna

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

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

Sandeq

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

Rasamala

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Lontara

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Prada Papua

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Parang Seling

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

La Galigo

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Bomba Mawar

This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates

Biji Kopi

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Tongkonan

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

Tidayu

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

Insang Ikan

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Honai

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

Kalo Sara

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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