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Cual Woven Textile Museum
This museum is the first and only museum in Pangkalpinang that provides insight into the typical woven fabric of Bangka Belitung. Ishadi Cual Fabric Museum displayed a 200-years-old woven fabric and other precious textile heritage. Cual weaving was originally a traditional cloth from the Muntok region, developed around the 17th century. Cual woven cloth is very famous for its smooth texture. Its variety of flora and fauna patterns stand out like a relief of motifs when viewed from a distance.
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Tri Agung Buddhist Shrine in Tikus island
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Tanjung Kelayang Geopark
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Tin Museum
Bangka Belitung Province has the only tin museum ever built today
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Batik Motifs
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
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Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is



