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Bedugul – Ulun Danu Beratan Temple

The Ulun Danu Beratan Lake (photo: Ulun Danu)

Ulun Danu Beratan Temple in Bedugul

Bedugul, the site of the Ulun Danu Beratan water temple, is an excellent place for having a peaceful retreat or spiritual soul discovery. From its location on the high plateau right in the centre of the island, it commands a great view of the subak irrigation of Bali. You can walk around the lakes, surrounding hills, and visit the water temple to join the water purifying rituals. It is a magic place with cool air, mists, and the fragrance of flowers.

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Ulun Danu Beratan Temple in Bedugul

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Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Buketan Bali

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Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Enggang Dayak

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Angsa Duo

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Sido Mulyo

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Ikan tambal

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Tubo Kelapa

Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more

Bale Lumbu

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

Srimanganti

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Rangkiang

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Lontara

The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Pintu Aceh

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Sekar Jati

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Wakatobi

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Insang Ikan

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

Kawung

The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for

Daun Simpor

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Prada Papua

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Gamolan

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Parang Rusak

Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Gonggong Siput

Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around

Burung Bidadari

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

Karawo Pinang

Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original

Taiganja

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

Bintik Tujuh

The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Sero Tangga

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Asmat Papua

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Tidayu

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

Kalo Sara

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

Kaharingan

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Cengkeh

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

Sekomandi

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Pattimura

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Tenun Bima

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Raja Ampat

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Rumah Mamuju

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Durian Pecah

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

La Galigo

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

Alam Pantai

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Peresean

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Pisang Bali

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

Ake Patra

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Parang Seling

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Merak Ngeram

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

Rasamala

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

Bultiya

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Wirasat

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and