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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
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
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
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Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
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
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and