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Batu Cermin Cave in Labuan Bajo

Batu Cermin (photo: @Silfinabela.ig/LabuanBajoTour)

Batu Cermin Cave in Labuan Bajo

This place was once an underwater cave. It is named after the light that shines through the gaps in the rock. In the spot there are also some marine fossils, stalactites, yet above all of these panoramic beauties, the magnificent effect of the light is the real eye-capturing attraction of this cave.

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Batu Cermin Cave in Labuan Bajo

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Batik Motifs

Kuda Kupang

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

 

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Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Daun Sirih

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

Parang Seling

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

Taiganja

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Tenun Bima

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

Wakatobi

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

Buketan Bali

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Tidayu

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Kalo Sara

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

Srimanganti

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Gamolan

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Bultiya

The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Leuit Sijimat

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

Merak Lasem

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

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Asmat Papua

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Kawung

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Kaharingan

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Biji Kopi

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Tikar Natuna

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Tanah Liek

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Singayaksa

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Tongkonan

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Gumin Tambun

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

La Galigo

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Pattimura

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Tabir Tanjung

Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Prada Papua

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Tubo Kelapa

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Teguh Bersatu

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

Ikan tambal

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Wirasat

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Peresean

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

Lontara

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

Daun Simpor

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Rangkiang

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Rasamala

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Mahkota Siger

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Awan Berarak

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Insang Ikan

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Sandeq

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

Kain Cual

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

Ake Patra

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

Bomba Mawar

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