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Besakih Temple

Bali Province – Indonesia

The Besakih Temple (photo: Uwe Aranas/Wikipedia)

Besakih Temple

Besakih Temple is the biggest temple in Bali. It is the Mother Temple. It is a grand complex consisting of 86 shrines built on the slopes of Mount Agung. 70 celebrations are held there every year. A lot of major Balinese celebrations are the most anticipated and fantastic events for domestic/international tourists, but small spiritual ceremonies are also held daily. This place offers a peaceful environment with spectacular landscapes and views of rice fields, hills, mountains, and streams. When you come to visit this place, please wear modest outfits in order to respect the local culture and the sacredness of this place.

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Besakih Temple

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Bali Batik Motifs

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Buketan Bali

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

Pisang Bali

This batik motif is usually given by a person to his/her lover who is

Merak Abyorhokokai

The peacock batik motif depicts the bird’s beauty as the focal point of

 

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Gurdo Solo

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Merak Ngeram

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Durian Pecah

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Daun Sirih

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Gamolan

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

La Galigo

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

Buketan Bali

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

Wakatobi

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

Sekar Jati

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Alam Pantai

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Awan Berarak

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Tanah Liek

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Rasamala

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Dayak Kamang

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of

Abimanyu Prince

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

Kawung

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

Parang Rusak

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

Sero Tangga

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Srimanganti

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

Asmat Papua

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

Tidayu

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Taiganja

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Rangkiang

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

Ake Patra

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Kalo Sara

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Pisang Bali

This batik motif is usually given by a person to his/her lover who is

Wirasat

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

Angsa Duo

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Peresean

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Tongkonan

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

Prada Papua

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

Merak Lasem

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

Bultiya

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Insang Ikan

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Honai

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

Daun Simpor

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Kain Cual

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

Singayaksa

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

Samudra

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Pintu Aceh

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Lontara

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

Sandeq

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Mahkota Siger

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Sekomandi

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

Pattimura

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

Ikan tambal

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Bekantan Pakis

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

Raja Ampat

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