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

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Batik Motifs

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Ukir Sentani

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

Asmat Papua

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

 

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Gonggong Siput

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Tubo Kelapa

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

Srimanganti

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

Sero Tangga

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Taiganja

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Rasamala

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

Daun Sirih

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

La Galigo

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

Ikan tambal

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Sido Mulyo

Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in

Samudra

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Tenun Bima

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Kuda Sepasang

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Daun Simpor

This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical

Karawo Pinang

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

Bultiya

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

Rangkiang

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Parang Seling

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Tongkonan

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Biji Kopi

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Prada Papua

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Ake Patra

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

Sekar Jati

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

Angsa Duo

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Merak Lasem

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Tanah Liek

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Tidayu

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Kaharingan

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

Sekomandi

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Peresean

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

Insang Ikan

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Honai

The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in

Pala Salawaku

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Alam Pantai

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Teguh Bersatu

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Lontara

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Pisang Bali

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

Asmat Papua

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Singayaksa

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

Awan Berarak

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Cengkeh

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Buketan Bali

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

Parang Rusak

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Kalo Sara

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

Kain Cual

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

Pattimura

Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Raja Ampat

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Desa Na Tolu

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