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Bajo Coastal Village in Bokori Island

Bokori Island (Photo: @Ilmah Surahmin)

Bajo Coastal Village in Bokori Island

Located not far from Kendari City, this small island is a-must-visit in Southeast Sulawesi. Here you could discover an authentic coastal village which has been inhabited by Bajo tribe for centuries. Visitors could rent speed boats for crossings to the island to enjoy the coastal scenery, beautiful coral reefs, white sand, and clean sea water.  While maintaining its environmental authenticity, Bokori island has developed into a developing tourism site. It is a great alternative weekend getaway for those who want to enjoy coastal culinary experience with a low budget.

Natural Tourism Destination

Bajo Coastal Village in Bokori Island

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Kobori Cave

Kobori Cave

According to history, the marvelous Megalithic Kobori Cave has existed since 4000 B.C.

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Southeast Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Ake Patra

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Wakatobi

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

Kalo Sara

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

 

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Pala Salawaku

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Pisang Bali

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Abimanyu Prince

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

Kain Cual

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Kawung

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

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

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

Rangkiang

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

Kaharingan

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

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Sandeq

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

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

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Tidayu

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

Tanah Liek

The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Tongkonan

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Biji Kopi

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Sekar Jati

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

Tenun Bima

The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great

Bale Lumbu

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

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Manguni Minahasa

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Rasamala

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Gurdo Solo

Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,

Kuda Sepasang

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Alam Pantai

The word “Alam Pantai” refers to the natural beauty 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

Sero Tangga

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

Samudra

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Gamolan

This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Parang Seling

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

Durian Pecah

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Raja Ampat

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

Cengkeh

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Tikar Natuna

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

Singayaksa

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Peresean

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Daun Sirih

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Gentala Arasy

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

Srimanganti

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Wirasat

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Sekomandi

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Kalo Sara

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Malinau Cultural Festival

You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in

Asmat Papua

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