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Bintan Trikora Beach

Trikora Beach (photo: Indonesia)

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.

Cultural Tourism Destination

Bintan Trikora Beach

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Batik Motifs

Tikar Natuna

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

Ikan tambal

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Gonggong Siput

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

 

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Batik

Motifs

Kain Cual

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

Gamolan

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

Daun Sirih

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

Ikan tambal

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Tongkonan

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Raja Ampat

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Alam Pantai

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

Buketan Bali

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

Honai

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

Bultiya

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

Kaharingan

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Ake Patra

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

Parang Rusak

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Sekar Jati

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

Pisang Bali

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

Singayaksa

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

Insang Ikan

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

Srimanganti

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

Pattimura

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Mahkota Siger

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Sido Mulyo

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Tubo Kelapa

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

Daun Simpor

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Sero Tangga

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Sekomandi

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Anggrek Tewu

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Awan Berarak

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

Rangkiang

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Merak Lasem

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

Lontara

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Samudra

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

Parang Seling

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

Tenun Bima

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even

Prada Papua

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Kalo Sara

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Tidayu

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Cengkeh

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

La Galigo

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

Asmat Papua

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Rasamala

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Durian Pecah

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that