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Malinau Cultural Festival

Dayak Lundayeh Traditional Dance (photo: Indonesia.go.id)

The Kayan Traditional Dance (photo: Budaya Malinau)

Malinau Cultural Festival

You will witness unique competitions that would not be found in other than in Malinau District, for example, the hunting sword competition and the Dayak dance competition. You will also see the variety of textile heritage worn by different communities. This cultural festival is held once every two years for 13 days in October, prepare you holiday schedule to participate in this fantastic event!

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Malinau Cultural Festival

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

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

 

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Sero Tangga

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

Daun Sirih

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Kain Cual

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

Tongkonan

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

Wirasat

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Awan Berarak

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

Kawung

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Parang Seling

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Rasamala

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Rangkiang

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

Angsa Duo

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Kalo Sara

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Kaharingan

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

Asmat Papua

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Manguni Minahasa

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

Gamolan

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Merak Ngeram

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Ikan tambal

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

Daun Simpor

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Alam Pantai

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Bintik Tujuh

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Singayaksa

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Tanah Liek

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Tenun Bima

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

Sekomandi

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Enggang Dayak

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Rumah Mamuju

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Ake Patra

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Karawo Pinang

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Bale Lumbu

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Prada Papua

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

Cengkeh

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

Pisang Bali

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Srimanganti

The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to

Desa Na Ualu

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Biji Kopi

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

Raja Ampat

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Sekar Jati

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Bultiya

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

Honai

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Wakatobi

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Insang Ikan

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