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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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Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Kaharingan
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Prada Papua
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Gentala Arasy
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Durian Pecah
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Ukir Sentani
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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
Gorga Simeol-Meol
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Sekomandi
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Sido Mulyo
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Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Singayaksa
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Hiu Taliyasan
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Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Raja Ampat
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Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
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Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
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Kasih Tak Sampai
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Bomba Mawar
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Sero Tangga
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Daun Simpor
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Angsa Duo
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Bultiya
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Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Leuit Sijimat
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Honai
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Taiganja
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Manguni Minahasa
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Jumputan Bintang
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Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Kuda Kupang
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Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Mahkota Siger
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Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Gonggong Siput
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Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
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Parang Rusak
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Gigi Haruan Lidi
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Dayak Kamang
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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
Tangerang Herang
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Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Awan Berarak
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Lontara
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Biji Kopi
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