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Kingdom of Butterflies – Bantimurung National Park

Bantimurung Park (Photo: Ardiyanta)

Wild Butterflies at Bantimurung (Photo: @Febri Rama)

Museum of Butterflies (Photo: @PanduanWisata)

Kingdom of Butterflies – Bantimurung National Park

Have you ever thought if the Kingdom of Butterflies really exists in the world? From the name of this park, it is easy to predict the sensation residing within it. The name Bantimurung is a combination of the words “membanting kemurungan” which literally means “get rid of sadness”. You could see and interact with rare species of butterflies that living here. Come and feel the peaceful happiness of this place!

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Kingdom of Butterflies – Bantimurung National Park

Tourist Attractions in South Sulawesi

South Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Lontara

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

La Galigo

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

Tongkonan

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

 

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Tubo Kelapa

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Taiganja

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Tikar Natuna

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Daun Simpor

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Gurdo Solo

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Raja Ampat

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Kalo Sara

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

Tidayu

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Biji Kopi

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

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

Durian Pecah

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Paqbarre Allo

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Sandeq

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Tenun Bima

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Tongkonan

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

Sero Tangga

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

Daun Sirih

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

Sekomandi

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Peresean

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Prada Papua

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Dayak Kamang

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Angsa Duo

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Rasamala

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Sekar Jati

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Cengkeh

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Ake Patra

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Samudra

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Manguni Minahasa

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Parang Rusak

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Wirasat

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Singayaksa

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

Parang Seling

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Asmat Papua

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Awan Berarak

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Desa Na Tolu

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

Lontara

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

La Galigo

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Alam Pantai

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

Insang Ikan

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Ikan tambal

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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