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Tanah Lot

Tanah Lot Shrine in Bali (photo: pesonaindonesia)

Tanah Lot Temple

Tanah Lot Temple is one of Bali’s most important landmarks, where you can enjoy a spectacular sunset landscape. Its unique offshore setting, the spirit of the place of ancient Hindu shrine offers you an unforgettable experience. Tanah Lot temple complex is surrounded by smaller shrines where you can visit and find the unique architecture of traditional Bali temples. It also hosts a cultural park that shows dance performances regularly. Tanah Lot temple is located in Beraban Village, Tabanan Regency, about 20 Km from Kuta beach and Denpasar city.

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Batik Motifs

Merak Abyorhokokai

The peacock batik motif depicts the bird’s beauty as the focal point of

Buketan Bali

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Pisang Bali

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

 

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Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Cengkeh

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Tabir Tanjung

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Gonggong Siput

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

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Sekar Jati

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Biji Kopi

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

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

Pisang Bali

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

Durian Pecah

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

Merak Lasem

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

Sero Tangga

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Kalo Sara

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Kaharingan

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Awan Berarak

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Taiganja

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Tanah Liek

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Asmat Papua

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

Singayaksa

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Dayak Taghol

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Rangkiang

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Wakatobi

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

Angsa Duo

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Raja Ampat

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Daun Sirih

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

Karawo Pinang

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

La Galigo

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Kawung

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Sandeq

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Bintik Tujuh

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

Lontara

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Srimanganti

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Prada Papua

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

Sekomandi

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Tenun Bima

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

Bultiya

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Insang Ikan

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Gamolan

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

Ikan tambal

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Kain Cual

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Parang Rusak

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

Parang Seling

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