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The Bandar Lampung City (photo: @Budhi Marta)

The Siger Monument, Landmark of Bandar Lampung (photo:Bobo)

Bandar Lampung City

It is the capital city in the region. Despite its congestion, the city is full of picturesque buildings and you can enjoy the real local culture, food, and traditions. If you are a night party lover, do not expect to encounter a lot of such privilege in this place!

Cultural Tourism Destination

Bandar Lampung City

Tourist Attractions in Lampung

Lampung

Batik Motifs

Mahkota Siger

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Gamolan

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

 

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Motifs

Kuda Sepasang

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

Peresean

The Peresean is a game that sometimes some kinds of magic are

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Abimanyu Prince

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Pisang Bali

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Prada Papua

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

Rangkiang

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

Singayaksa

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

Cengkeh

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

Tenun Bima

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Gamolan

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

Sekomandi

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Kain Cual

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

Sero Tangga

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Insang Ikan

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

Samudra

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with

Tikar Natuna

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Pattimura

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

Sekar Jati

Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that

Awan Berarak

Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Buketan Bali

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

Bekantan Pakis

This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in

Kuda Kupang

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

Wirasat

Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by

Dayak Taghol

Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents

Rasamala

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Ake Patra

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Pala Salawaku

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Asmat Papua

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Daun Simpor

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Tongkonan

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Pucuk Mekar

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Durian Pecah

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

Pintu Aceh

The motif is inspired by Aceh’s traditional architecture that has

Rumah Mamuju

the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house

Burung Bidadari

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

Tabir Tanjung

Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

La Galigo

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

Biji Kopi

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Kaharingan

The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes

Kalo Sara

Kalo Sara is a sacred motif for Tolaki ethnic. It is considered as

Raja Ampat

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

Daun Sirih

This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional

Tangerang Herang

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Sandeq

Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Anggrek Tewu

This motif is created based on the local wisdom and philosophy of

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Kasih Tak Sampai

‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to

Dayak Kamang

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Gurdo Solo

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Ikan tambal

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Wakatobi

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

Srimanganti

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Tidayu

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

Paqbarre Allo

The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as

Gentala Arasy

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

Parang Seling

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

Angsa Duo

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even

Bultiya

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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