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Iconic Bubohu Village (Photo: @Gps wisata)

Cultural scenic at Bubohu Village (Photo: @Wikipedia/Hendrik Saleh)

Bubohu Cultural Village

If you want to spend your vacation in the most authentic place in Gorontalo, Bubohu cultural village could be in your travel bucket list. Bubohu Village is also a traditional village, located in Batudaa Pantai District, about 35 kilometers from Jalaludin Airport, Gorontalo. This village has been designated as a Religious Tourism Village by Gorontalo Government due to its cultural resources that is well preserved for centuries. Here, the visitors could experience the calm and serene atmosphere while discovering ancient Gorontalo's traditional architecture. As the legacy of the Kingdom of Gorontalo, Bubohu Village also serves as one of important Islamic ancient shrines in the region. Don't forget to set your camera to make a great cinematic travel film here! 

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Bubohu Cultural Village

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Batik Motifs

Karawo Pinang

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

 

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Motifs

Bale Lumbu

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

Parang Seling

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Sekomandi

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

Srimanganti

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

Taiganja

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Teguh Bersatu

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