Cultural Destination

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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.

Cultural Tourism Destination

Balanga Museum

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Central Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Enggang Dayak

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Kaharingan

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

 

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Motifs

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Mahkota Siger

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

Kaharingan

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Taiganja

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

Ake Patra

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Pucuk Mekar

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