Natural Destination

Experience the tropical nature!

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.

Natural Tourism Destination

Bangkirai Hill Natural Conservation Site

Tourist Attractions in East Kalimantan

East Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

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

Kuntul Perak

Kuntul Perak refers to Egret Silver Bird. This bird is a Kalimantan endemic animal that becomes the

 

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Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Gentala Arasy

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

Buketan Bali

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

Asmat Papua

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Durian Pecah

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Kain Cual

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Wakatobi

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Raja Ampat

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Wirasat

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Ake Patra

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

Sekomandi

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Paqbarre Allo

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

Kawung

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Merak Lasem

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

Lontara

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Sero Tangga

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Daun Sirih

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Rangkiang

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

Sandeq

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Gonggong Siput

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Peresean

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

Samudra

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Ikan tambal

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

Singayaksa

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

Tidayu

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Tenun Bima

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

Insang Ikan

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Sekar Jati

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Awan Berarak

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

Biji Kopi

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

Srimanganti

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Honai

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Prada Papua

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Pattimura

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Alam Pantai

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Mahkota Siger

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Parang Seling

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Gamolan

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Kaharingan

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Leuit Sijimat

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