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Bubungan Tinggi Traditional House
Bubungan Tinggi House (photo: Indonesia-tourism)
Bubungan Tinggi House
The traditional house of Banjar Tribe in South Kalimantan is known for its steep roof. According to Banjar society, a house does not only stand for shelter above your head, but it is an expression of culture, hope, and belief. All these values are expressed in the way it is built.
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Gonggong Beruntun
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Parang Seling
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Lok Baintan Floating Market
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Pattimura
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Prada Papua
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Wirasat
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Pati-Pati Pinehiku
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Besurek Rafflesia
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Karawo Pinang
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Desa Na Tolu
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Mahkota Siger
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Pala Salawaku
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Biji Kopi
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Karawo Mahkuta
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Hiu Taliyasan
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Tubo Kelapa
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Ake Patra
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Singayaksa
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Kaharingan
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Taiganja
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Tenun Bima
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Bale Lumbu
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Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Wakatobi
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Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Gorga Simeol-Meol
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Rangkiang
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Angsa Duo
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Gurdo Solo
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Jupri Kembang Teh
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Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Honai
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Cengkeh
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Daun Lada Hitam
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Pinawetengan
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