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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.

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Museum of Bulungan Sultanate

Tourist Attractions in North Kalimantan

North Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Bekantan Pakis

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

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

 

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Motifs

Asmat Papua

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

Kain Cual

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Ake Patra

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Gamolan

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Sekar Jati

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