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Balla Peu Village (Photo: @Lantangsura)

Traditional Architecture in Balla Peu Village (Photo: @Rusmianti19)

Balla Peu Village

If you are interested in rural culture, this place will give them the opportunity to have a deep understanding of the amazing Mamasa culture. Once you arrive in this village, you will have the chance to look at the local architecture which dominates the typical houses of the place. You will be hosted by the local people and have a close look to their traditions, such as the ‘Tenung”. It is a woven cloth with different motifs produced by the women.

Cultural Tourism Destination

Balla Peu Village

Tourist Attractions in West Sulawesi

West Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Sekomandi

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Sandeq

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

 

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Motifs

Tubo Kelapa

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Kalo Sara

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Cengkeh

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

Tenun Bima

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

Daun Sirih

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Ukir Sentani

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Raja Ampat

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Gonggong Siput

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

Peresean

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Prada Papua

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Tongkonan

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Kawung

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Kuda Kupang

Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring

Gurdo Solo

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

Biji Kopi

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

Kaharingan

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

Wirasat

Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by

Dayak Kamang

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

Parang Seling

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Tengkawang Ampiek

With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Paqbarre Allo

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

Gamolan

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

Alam Pantai

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Parang Rusak

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Sekomandi

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Awan Berarak

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Sekar Jati

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Insang Ikan

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Buketan Bali

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Wakatobi

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Honai

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

Bultiya

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Ake Patra

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

Taiganja

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Burung Bidadari

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

Singayaksa

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

Rasamala

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

Tidayu

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

La Galigo

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Daun Simpor

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

Asmat Papua

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Sero Tangga

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Srimanganti

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

Pisang Bali

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe