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Bandar Lampung City
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!
Tourist Attractions in Lampung
Pahawang Island
Pahawang Island has an amazing natural marine ecosystem. The island definitely has
Kenali Village
Every region in Indonesia has a particular traditional house that represents
Krakatau Volcano
Krakatau remains one of the world most well-known volcanoes due to its
Lampung
Batik Motifs
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
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
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Motifs
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
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
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to


