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Kumala Island of Mahakam River

The monument of Princess Karang Melenu and Erau Dragon (photo: @tribunswiki)

Hindu Shrine, Pura Pasak in Kumala Island (photo: Femina)

Kumala Island of Mahakam River

Do you want to fully experience the legacy of Kutai Kartanegara, the first kingdom in Kutai? Don’t miss Kumala Island. It is an 81-hectare delta that looks like a ship in the middle of the Mahakam River. Kumala Island is a new tourist park associated with many local myths, such as the Lembuswana of the Kutai Kingdom, the legend of Karang Melenu, the legend of the Princess and Erau Dragon. It also has the Pura Pasak Hindu shrine, which is known for its exquisite sculptures, as well as a traditional Dayak building that serves as a cultural centre. The island also has many modern entertainment facilities such as horse-drawn carriages, go-carts, and river tour boats. It is accessible through the bridge that connects it with Tenggarong City.

Cultural Tourism Destination

Kumala Island of Mahakam River

Tourist Attractions in East Kalimantan

East Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Kuntul Perak

Kuntul Perak refers to Egret Silver Bird. This bird is a Kalimantan endemic animal that becomes the

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Hiu Taliyasan

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Pucuk Mekar

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Cengkeh

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Jumputan Bintang

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Biji Kopi

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Burung Bidadari

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