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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
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
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
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
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
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to