Cultural Destination

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The Gate of Pontianak City (photo: HelloPontinesia)

Pontianak City

It is the capital city of West Kalimantan, also known as the “Equator Zero”. There are a lot of things that tourists can do in this city, like hiking, visiting the Equator Monument, Baning Forest tourism site, and tasting excellent local dishes. This city is inhabited by three different ethnicities with distinctive cultures, namely Dayak, Malay, and Chinese descendant communities that have blended together over the centuries. Such cultural blends could be seen in its architecture, textile, and gastronomic heritages.

Cultural Tourism Destination

Pontianak City

Tourist Attractions in West Kalimantan

West Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Insang Ikan

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

Awan Berarak

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

Tidayu

The name of this motif is the acronym of three ethnics namely,

Dayak Kamang

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

 

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Teguh Bersatu

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Ake Patra

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Jumputan Bintang

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