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Floating Batak House at Toba Lake

The floating Batak House (photo: Ministry of Tourism)

Floating Batak House at Toba Lake

When visiting Prapatan Beach, don’t miss the boat tours that adopt the concept of floating Batak house. With this boat, tourists can enjoy the beauty of Lake Toba and Samosir Island while learning the local customs. The floating vaganza is also equipped with fast-connected wifi and other VIP meeting facilities. Want to have a leisure meeting in a cultural scenic view? Bon Voyage!

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Floating Batak House

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Batik Motifs

Desa Na Ualu

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

 

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Motifs

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Ake Patra

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

Lontara

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

Durian Pecah

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

Ikan tambal

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

Sekomandi

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Tanah Liek

The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as

Gurdo Solo

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

La Galigo

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Awan Berarak

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Cengkeh

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

Pattimura

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

Bultiya

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

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Alam Pantai

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Angsa Duo

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

Singayaksa

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Daun Sirih

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

Kain Cual

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Wirasat

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Asmat Papua

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Sero Tangga

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

Kawung

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Daun Simpor

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Taiganja

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Samudra

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Biji Kopi

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

Pisang Bali

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

Merak Lasem

The peacock is considered to be the king of the birds. It represents

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Honai

The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in

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

Wakatobi

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

Ukir Sentani

The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Kaharingan

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Raja Ampat

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Tongkonan

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Manguni Minahasa

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

Insang Ikan

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

Gamolan

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

Bomba Mawar

This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Buketan Bali

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

Tenun Bima

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