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Balanga Museum
Dayak Historical Objects in Balanga Museum (photo: allindonesiatourism)
Balanga Museum
Originally built as a regional museum, Balanga Museum has many collections on show and in storage, whether cultural, ethnographic, or archeological. As you step into the museum you can really perceive the atmosphere of Dayak people, and you can witness things that belong to some specific phases in the life of a Dayak since his birth.
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Batik Motifs
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
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Motifs
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
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
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around


