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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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Borobudur Temple – UNESCO World Heritage Sites

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Batik Motifs

Parang Seling

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

Merak Lasem

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

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,

 

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Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Taiganja

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Leuit Sijimat

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

Merak Lasem

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

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Rangkiang

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Durian Pecah

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Ake Patra

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Kuda Sepasang

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Alam Pantai

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Insang Ikan

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

Sekomandi

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Srimanganti

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Wakatobi

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Kain Cual

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Samudra

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

Ikan tambal

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

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Honai

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

Tanah Liek

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Dayak Kamang

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

Daun Sirih

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

Tenun Bima

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Sandeq

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Burung Bidadari

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Paqbarre Allo

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Sero Tangga

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Gamolan

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Kaharingan

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Ukir Sentani

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

Tidayu

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

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Raja Ampat

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Buketan Bali

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Tongkonan

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Asmat Papua

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Rasamala

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Sekar Jati

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

Angsa Duo

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Abimanyu Prince

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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