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Golden Sunrise in Dieng Plateau

The Peak of Sikunir Plateau in Dieng (photo: jogjawisata)

Golden Sunrise in Dieng Plateau

Dieng Plateau mountain complex is a magic place to experience two different kinds of sunrise: the golden sunrise and the silver sunrise. They are called this way due to the colors of the lights produced of the sunrise. Dieng offers rich natural and cultural landscape which can be discovered such as Wonosobo cultural town, Arjuna Hindu temple, Peniron Batik Village, Tambi agrotourism and local culinary. 

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Golden Sunrise in Dieng – Wonosobo

Tourist Attractions in Central Java

Central Java Batik Motifs

Gurdo Solo

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

Merak Lasem

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Parang Seling

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

 

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Indonesian

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Motifs

Ake Patra

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Gurdo Solo

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

Lontara

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Manguni Minahasa

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

La Galigo

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

Bultiya

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Sero Tangga

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

Kalo Sara

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Sekomandi

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

Parang Seling

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Daun Sirih

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Bale Lumbu

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Mahkota Siger

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Tenun Bima

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

Tidayu

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Alam Pantai

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

Pisang Bali

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Kaharingan

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

Prada Papua

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Pintu Aceh

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Bintik Tujuh

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

Kain Cual

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

Samudra

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

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

Kawung

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Cengkeh

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Biji Kopi

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

Asmat Papua

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Karawo Pinang

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

Durian Pecah

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

Gamolan

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Tanah Liek

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

Merak Lasem

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Rasamala

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Insang Ikan

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Rangkiang

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Anggrek Tewu

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

Awan Berarak

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Taiganja

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

Buketan Bali

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

Sandeq

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Honai

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

Tongkonan

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Raja Ampat

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

Pattimura

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

Srimanganti

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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