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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.

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Balla Peu Village

Tourist Attractions in West Sulawesi

West Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Sandeq

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

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

 

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Motifs

Gamolan

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

Tenun Bima

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Raja Ampat

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Mahkota Siger

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

Asmat Papua

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

Wakatobi

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

Alam Pantai

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Bintik Tujuh

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

Srimanganti

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Tanah Liek

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Ake Patra

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Tikar Natuna

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

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:

Insang Ikan

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Durian Pecah

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

Lontara

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Parang Rusak

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

Kalo Sara

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Teguh Bersatu

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

Rasamala

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Sero Tangga

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Wirasat

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Sandeq

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

Honai

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

Kain Cual

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

Daun Simpor

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Biji Kopi

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Pisang Bali

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Tidayu

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Buketan Bali

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

Cengkeh

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

Tongkonan

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

Singayaksa

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Samudra

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

Kaharingan

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

Angsa Duo

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

Sekar Jati

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

La Galigo

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Prada Papua

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Peresean

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Karawo Pinang

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Pattimura

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Dayak Kamang

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Parang Seling

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

Merak Lasem

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