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Bubungan Tinggi Traditional House

Bubungan Tinggi House (photo: Indonesia-tourism)

Bubungan Tinggi House

The traditional house of Banjar Tribe in South Kalimantan is known for its steep roof. According to Banjar society, a house does not only stand for shelter above your head, but it is an expression of culture, hope, and belief. All these values are expressed in the way it is built.

Cultural Tourism Destination

Bubungan Tinggi House

Tourist Attractions in South Kalimantan

South Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Gigi Haruan Lidi

The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

 

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Batik

Motifs

Daun Sirih

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

Lontara

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Parang Seling

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Sandeq

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Teguh Bersatu

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