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Tajahan Tjilik Riwut

Dayak Ngaju Ritual Ceremony in Tajahan (photo: Debu Yandie)

The sacred place in Tajahan (photo: Indonesian Tourism)

Tajahan Tjilik Riwut

The Dayak Tribe considers it to be a very sacred spot. According to their belief, whenever one has a desire that they must achieve no matter what, they would place yellow cloths and offerings in Tajahan. This place is also used by local Dayak people to talk with the spirit of their dead friends or family members. Rituals are conducted in Tajahan to honour the spirit of the ancestors, as well as to eradicate evil spirits and sweep out bad luck from the community.

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Tajahan Tjilik Riwut

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Batik Motifs

Kaharingan

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Enggang Dayak

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Sekar Jati

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Bultiya

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

Kuda Kupang

Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Parang Rusak

Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by

Sero Tangga

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

Ikan tambal

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Tikar Natuna

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