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Cian Cui Festival in Selat Panjang

The splashing war in Cian Cui Festival (photo: wprihandina)

Cian Cui Festival

Cian Cui Festival is originally an annual tradition of the Chinese descendants in Selat Panjang (Panjang Strait) to celebrate Chinese New Year. Today the tradition becomes the intercultural festivity celebrated by other ethnics such as Java, Minang, and Malay communities, as well as attracts international tourists from neighboring countries. All domestic and international tourists participants were joining the water splash war using water guns, buckets, and scoops, sometimes even using a water compressor machine to splash each other along the 4 kilometers route from Kartini street, to Imam Bonjol, Ahmad Yani and Diponegoro streets. The festival also includes some religious practices such as night prayer in the Buddhist shrines, jazz festival, lantern festival and then followed by firecrackers and fireworks. Do you want something special for your next vacation? Immerse in the atmosphere and be prepared to get soaking wet in the area of the Cian Cui!

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Cian Cui Festival in Selat Panjang

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Batik Motifs

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Ikan tambal

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Gonggong Siput

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

 

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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,

Tongkonan

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Parang Seling

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Asmat Papua

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Tubo Kelapa

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

Merak Lasem

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

Rasamala

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Prada Papua

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Wakatobi

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

Samudra

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Ikan tambal

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Daun Simpor

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

Daun Sirih

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Lontara

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Awan Berarak

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

Tanah Liek

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

La Galigo

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

Tangerang Herang

Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of

Lipaq Sabe

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

Sandeq

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

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Raja Ampat

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

Rangkiang

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Kaharingan

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Buketan Bali

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

Sero Tangga

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Desa Na Tolu

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

Biji Kopi

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Durian Pecah

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

Pisang Bali

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Merak Ngeram

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Gamolan

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

Tidayu

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Enggang Dayak

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Ake Patra

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Parang Rusak

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Cengkeh

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

Wirasat

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Bultiya

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

Taiganja

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Kalo Sara

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