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Harlem Beach, Jayapura, Papua (photo: @Phinemo)

Harlem Beach

Papua also has a lot of stunning beaches. Harlem Beach is one of them. The beach is a little bit isolated. Yet, such isolation makes the beach unique. This site has beautiful spots for snorkelling and canoeing. If you have a dream to have your own island, take a few hours trip to reach the beach, and voila, here your wish comes true!

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Harlem Beach

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Batik Motifs

Asmat Papua

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

 

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Indonesian

Batik

Motifs

Enggang Dayak

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Pisang Bali

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

Daun Sirih

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Alam Pantai

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Kalo Sara

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Insang Ikan

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Rangkiang

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

Wakatobi

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Awan Berarak

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

Dayak Taghol

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

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

Peresean

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Honai

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Merak Lasem

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

Biji Kopi

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

La Galigo

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

Sero Tangga

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

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Rumah Mamuju

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Burung Bidadari

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Wirasat

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Gumin Tambun

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

Sekomandi

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Tanah Liek

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Asmat Papua

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Paqbarre Allo

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Tidayu

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Parang Seling

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Gamolan

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

Sekar Jati

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

Prada Papua

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

Ukir Sentani

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

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Daun Simpor

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

Rasamala

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Buketan Bali

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

Samudra

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

Taiganja

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

Pattimura

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Gentala Arasy

Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of

Pintu Aceh

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Parang Rusak

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Srimanganti

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Cengkeh

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

Bultiya

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

Durian Pecah

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

Kaharingan

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

Teguh Bersatu

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