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The Borobudur Temple – UNESCO World Heritage Site

Borobudur Temple Compounds, the UNESCO World Heritage Site (photo: Borobudur Park)

The Borobudur Temple

Famous destination among tourists all over the world, the Borobudur Temple is the biggest Buddhist temple In the world and is inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1991. It has a unique architectural style that reflects Buddhist spiritual values and principles. Surrounded by green hills and lakes, this temple is also situated in a specific location in accordance with astronomical coordinates invented in ancient time. Thanks to this outstanding position, Borobudur temple was appointed as the venue of International Astronomy Olympiad in 2015. The name of “Borobudur” was derived from the Sanskrit words “Vihara Buddah Uhr”, which means the Buddhist Monastery on the hill.

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Parang Seling

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Merak Lasem

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

 

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Taiganja

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and

Pintu Aceh

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Sero Tangga

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

Ake Patra

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

La Galigo

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Bultiya

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

Sandeq

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Tidayu

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Tenun Bima

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Srimanganti

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Rasamala

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Parang Seling

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Samudra

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

Kain Cual

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Tanah Liek

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Daun Sirih

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Wirasat

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

Tongkonan

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Angsa Duo

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Gamolan

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Lontara

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

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Paqbarre Allo

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Kalo Sara

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Insang Ikan

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

Parang Rusak

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

Raja Ampat

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

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Pisang Bali

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

Kawung

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Singayaksa

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Honai

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Peresean

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

Sekomandi

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Prada Papua

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Daun Simpor

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Cengkeh

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Enggang Dayak

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

Asmat Papua

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Pattimura

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Tubo Kelapa

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe