Cultural Destination

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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

Burung Cendrawasih

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

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

 

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Batik

Motifs

Paqbarre Allo

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Teguh Bersatu

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Gentala Arasy

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

Awan Berarak

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

Cengkeh

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

Tongkonan

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

Samudra

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Tidayu

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Ake Patra

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

Kaharingan

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

Angsa Duo

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

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

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Srimanganti

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Desa Na Tolu

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Tikar Natuna

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Kain Cual

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Singayaksa

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Daun Sirih

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Lontara

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Sekar Jati

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

Bultiya

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Biji Kopi

The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in

Sekomandi

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

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

Buketan Bali

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Raja Ampat

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Parang Rusak

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

Asmat Papua

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

La Galigo

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

Honai

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

Durian Pecah

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Rangkiang

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Burung Bidadari

Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an

Sido Mulyo

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Abimanyu Prince

This motif implies a hope that the wearer will have the wisdom of

Pala Salawaku

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

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,

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Kalo Sara

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Peresean

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Ikan tambal

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Bekantan Pakis

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

Insang Ikan

Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and