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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.
Cultural Tourism Destination
Lok Baintan Floating Market
Tourist Attractions in South Kalimantan
Taman Siring Tower
Taman Siring Tower is the iconic landmark of Banjarmasin city that you can’t miss
Rimpi Hill in Pelaihari
If you want to see unique and different natural scenes, you can visit
Bubungan Tinggi Traditional House
The traditional house of Banjar Tribe in South Kalimantan is known for its steep
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
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
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Motifs
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
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
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
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
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
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
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
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant 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


