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Lok Baintan Floating Market

South Kalimantan province – Indonesia

Lok Baintan Floating Market in Banjarmasin (photo: Indonesia-tourism)

Lok Baintan Floating Market

Take a dip in this floating market. No matter at what hour you want to enjoy this picturesque spot, it will always surprise you. As you can imagine, you can buy authentic local goods and even enjoy your meal of local dishes while navigating through the water. This is a unique experience you cannot miss.

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Lok Baintan Floating Market

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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Indonesian

Batik

Motifs

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Gumin Tambun

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

Sido Mulyo

Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Pattimura

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Sero Tangga

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Sandeq

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Daun Simpor

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

Samudra

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

Kaharingan

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

Pisang Bali

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Pintu Aceh

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Daun Sirih

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Lontara

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

Sekomandi

Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”

Kain Cual

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Mahkota Siger

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

Tongkonan

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

Pala Salawaku

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

La Galigo

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

Gamolan

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

Tenun Bima

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

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:

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Pucuk Mekar

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Merak Lasem

The peacock is considered to be the king of the birds. It represents

Singayaksa

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

Tanah Liek

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

Srimanganti

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

Taiganja

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

Durian Pecah

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

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

Bultiya

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Honai

The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in

Bomba Mawar

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Rasamala

The Rasamala Batik motif is associated with a story when the Dutch came

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Raja Ampat

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Desa Na Ualu

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Merak Ngeram

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

Rangkiang

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

Bintik Tujuh

The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Parang Seling

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Kawung

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Tangerang Herang

Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Kalo Sara

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

Bekantan Pakis

This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Tikar Natuna

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Ikan tambal

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Buketan Bali

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

Sekar Jati

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

Prada Papua

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

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Tabir Tanjung

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