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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!
Tourist Attractions in North Sumatra
Maria Annai Velangkani Catholic Church
The unique church building was made for and by Catholics of Tamil Indian descendants in
Al Mashun Historical Mosque of Medan
This mosque was built during the reign of Sultan Ma’mun Alrasyid Perkasa Alam in
Samosir Island – Toba Lake
This place is an ancient village that exudes a unique culture of the Batak ethnic group
North Sumatra
Batik Motifs
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
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Motifs
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted 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
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
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
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
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
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which 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
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that