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Balla Peu Village
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.
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Rumah Mamuju
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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
Rumah Mamuju
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Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Sandeq
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Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Lontara
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Daun Sirih
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Lok Baintan Floating Market
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Bale Lumbu
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Malinau Cultural Festival
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Wirasat
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La Galigo
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Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Pinawetengan
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Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of: