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The Cangkuang Temple (photo: KostiSolo)

Cangkuang Temple 

Located in Leuwigoong village, this temple is the only one Hindu temple in West Java. Oddly enough, not many people know this fact. This unique temple is located on a small isle located in the middle of Cangkuang Lake, Garut Regency.

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Cangkuang Temple

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Batik Motifs

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

 

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Merak Ngeram

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Ake Patra

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Alam Pantai

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Tongkonan

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

Samudra

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Taiganja

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Manguni Minahasa

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Abimanyu Prince

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

Sero Tangga

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

Honai

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

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Rasamala

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Tikar Natuna

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

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Pisang Bali

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

Srimanganti

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

Parang Seling

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Raja Ampat

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

Angsa Duo

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Bomba Mawar

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

Asmat Papua

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

Kain Cual

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Buketan Bali

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Tenun Bima

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Tanah Liek

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Wakatobi

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

Bultiya

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

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Ikan tambal

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

La Galigo

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Singayaksa

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Prada Papua

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

Durian Pecah

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

Rangkiang

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Jumputan Bintang

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

Cengkeh

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

Insang Ikan

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

Gamolan

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Daun Simpor

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Biji Kopi

The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in

Tidayu

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Pattimura

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