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Bangkirai Hill Natural Conservation Site
The Canopy Bridge at Bangkirai Hill (photo: Intisari)
Bangkirai Hill
If you have always dreamt to spend a night in a forest and do some adrenaline-pumping outdoor activities, you can do it in here. They also have a small restaurant to enjoy your meal in this tropical scenario. You will also discover the natural landscape as well as diverse flora and fauna unique to East Kalimantan.
Tourist Attractions in East Kalimantan
Kumala Island of Mahakam River
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Derawan Island – Marine Conservation Site
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Museum of Mulawarman
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East Kalimantan
Batik Motifs
Kuntul Perak
Kuntul Perak refers to Egret Silver Bird. This bird is a Kalimantan endemic animal that becomes the
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
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Motifs
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
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
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe



