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Balanga Museum
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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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
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
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
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
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
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
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
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
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Manguni Minahasa
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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