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Ampera Bridge
Ampera Bridge is a historic bridge which was built during 1962-1965 for the Asian Games IV. It has a length of about 1,177 meters, 22 meters wide and 63 meters high from the ground surface. This makes the Ampera Bridge the longest bridge in ASEAN. It acts as a busy hub during the day, yet provides an excellent view during the night.
Tourist Attractions in South Sumatra
Kemaro Buddhist Shrine
The island is famous for its legendary love stories like Romeo and Juliet,
Historical Grand Mosque of Palembang
Grand Mosque of Palembang, founded in 1738, has a distinctive blend of three cultures,
South Sumatra
Batik Motifs
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
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Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even