Natural Destination

Experience the tropical nature!

Orchid Botanical Garden

Vanda Orchid flower (foto: N. Perrault, Wikipedia)

Orchid Botanical Garden (foto: Carletariu)

Orchid Botanical Garden

If you visit Tarakan city, you should go to the Orchid Botanical Garden. It conserves various types of the rarest Kalimantan orchids. You can also find various kinds of mini cactus and beautiful tropical butterflies. This place is definitely awesome for nature lovers.

Cultural Tourism Destination

Orchid Botanical Garden in Tarakan

Tourist Attractions in North Kalimantan

North Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Bekantan Pakis

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Bultiya

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

 

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Indonesian

Batik

Motifs

Rangkiang

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Peresean

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Merak Lasem

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

Tongkonan

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Mahkota Siger

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

Parang Seling

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Alam Pantai

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

Pattimura

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

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

Bultiya

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Durian Pecah

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Kalo Sara

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Pala Salawaku

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Enggang Dayak

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

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

Sero Tangga

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Kaharingan

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Asmat Papua

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga

Pucuk Mekar

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

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

Biji Kopi

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Lontara

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Tangerang Herang

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Samudra

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Sekomandi

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

Sekar Jati

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

Cengkeh

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Sandeq

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Parang Rusak

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

Kawung

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

La Galigo

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Gentala Arasy

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Dayak Taghol

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

Singayaksa

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

Gamolan

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

Daun Sirih

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Kain Cual

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Bintik Tujuh

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Ake Patra

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Wirasat

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Angsa Duo

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

Rasamala

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

Honai

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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