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Museum of Bulungan Sultanate

Museum of Bulungan (foto: Indonesia.go.id)

Museum of Bulungan Sultanate

This historical museum is a witness of the legacy of the Bulungan Sultanate (1731-1958). It contains historical objects which reflect the glory and identity of the indigenous communities of Bulungan.

Cultural Tourism Destination

Museum of Bulungan Sultanate

Tourist Attractions in North Kalimantan

North Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Bultiya

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

 

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Batik

Motifs

Lontara

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Awan Berarak

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Rangkiang

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Sero Tangga

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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