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Bintan Trikora Beach
If you want to see a stunning view of granite beach, this place offers a great panoramic view. You will feel the tropical nature of turquoise water and white crystal sands while listening to the sound of the waves. Several resorts around the beach offer water tourism facilities such as jet ski and banana boat.
Tourist Attractions in Riau Islands
Cian Cui Festival
Cian Cui Festival is originally an annual tradition of the Chinese descendants in
Daik Lingga Royal Palace
The wonder of the Riau – Lingga royal palace complex consists of
Ksitigarbha Buddhist Temple
The Bodhisattva Ksitigarbha is known as the Buddhist temple with a thousand faces
Riau Islands
Batik Motifs
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
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Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
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
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
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
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
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
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in