Cultural Destination

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Honai Traditional Houses in Baliem Valley, Papua (photo: @Philomène Martinelli/Wikipedia)

Baliem Valley, Papua (photo: @Detik.net)

Local Communities in Baliem Valley, Papua (photo: @Pesona Indonesia)

Baliem Valley

Apart from the breathtaking view you can enjoy here, Baliem Valley is the house of many tribes such as Lani, Yali and Dani. These tribes usually hold a dance performance called “the war dance” which is not a real war. Behind this performance there is an ancient philosophy stating that “your tomorrow must be better than your present”.

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Baliem Valley

Tourist Attractions in Papua

Papua

Batik Motifs

Asmat Papua

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

 

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Prada Papua

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

Sekar Jati

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Alam Pantai

The word “Alam Pantai” refers to the natural beauty of

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Raja Ampat

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and