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Swimming at Arborek Beach (photo: @Pesona Indonesia)

Local Communities in Arborek Village, West Papua (photo: @Kostisolo)

Arborek Village

Come and spend some of your time with Arborek people in Raja Ampat. Try their local food and discover their traditional customs including their handicrafts practices. You can also pamper yourself by chilling and taking a bath in a blue ocean. All of these wonderful experiences are waiting to be explored in Arborek village.

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Arborek Village

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West Papua

Batik Motifs

Raja Ampat

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

Prada Papua

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

Honai

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

Burung Cendrawasih

The Cendrawasih bird is believed as sacred Paradise bird that connects the earth with

 

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Teguh Bersatu

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

Pisang Bali

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

Prada Papua

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Bekantan Pakis

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Buketan Bali

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Pintu Aceh

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Paqbarre Allo

The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as

Manguni Minahasa

Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Desa Na Ualu

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

Honai

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Rasamala

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Rangkiang

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Cengkeh

The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents

Dayak Kamang

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Taiganja

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Alam Pantai

The word “Alam Pantai” refers to the natural beauty of

Gorga Simeol-Meol

The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and

Srimanganti

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Lipaq Sabe

Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is

Tongkonan

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

Awan Berarak

Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the

Tabir Tanjung

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of

Tubo Kelapa

Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more

Daun Simpor

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

Tidayu

The name of this motif is the acronym of three ethnics namely,

Rumah Mamuju

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Kaharingan

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

Singayaksa

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

Angsa Duo

According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Leuit Sijimat

This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:

Pattimura

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

Peresean

The Peresean is a game that sometimes some kinds of magic are

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Enggang Dayak

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

Daun Sirih

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

Sero Tangga

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

Durian Pecah

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Kalo Sara

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of

Kawung

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

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Lontara

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

Karawo Pinang

Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original

Gumin Tambun

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

Bultiya

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Gonggong Beruntun

This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and

Asmat Papua

The batik motif illustrates the Asmat’s sacred tribal motifs that are

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Kuda Kupang

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

Parang Rusak

Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by

Wirasat

Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by

Merak Lasem

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

Sekomandi

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

La Galigo

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

Sandeq

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

Wakatobi

It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Dayak Taghol

Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents

Ake Patra

Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of

Parang Seling

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of