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Dayak Historical Objects in Balanga Museum (photo: allindonesiatourism)

Balanga Museum

Originally built as a regional museum, Balanga Museum has many collections on show and in storage, whether cultural, ethnographic, or archeological. As you step into the museum you can really perceive the atmosphere of Dayak people, and you can witness things that belong to some specific phases in the life of a Dayak since his birth.

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Central Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

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

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

Kaharingan

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

 

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Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even

Pala Salawaku

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

Tanah Liek

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

Daun Sirih

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with

Kuda Sepasang

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Mahkota Siger

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Samudra

This art painting means to be strong-willed person to pursue

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Wakatobi

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Kain Cual

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

Bultiya

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

Srimanganti

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Ikan tambal

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Gamolan

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Awan Berarak

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Kawung

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

Kaharingan

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

Abimanyu Prince

This motif implies a hope that the wearer will have the wisdom of

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Dayak Taghol

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

Tenun Bima

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Peresean

The Peresean is a game that sometimes some kinds of magic are

Desa Na Ualu

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

Pisang Bali

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

Alam Pantai

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Jupri Kembang Teh

Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of

Biji Kopi

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

Parang Rusak

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Gumin Tambun

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Wirasat

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Paqbarre Allo

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Rangkiang

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

La Galigo

La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Gentala Arasy

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Sandeq

Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of

Taiganja

Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is

Parang Seling

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

Tongkonan

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Asmat Papua

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

Gonggong Siput

Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around

Pintu Aceh

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

Prada Papua

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Durian Pecah

Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of

Lontara

The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in

Leuit Sijimat

This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:

Merak Ngeram

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

Buketan Bali

The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is

Singayaksa

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

Pattimura

Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in

Raja Ampat

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

Daun Simpor

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Kalo Sara

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,