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Hukurila Underwater Cave 

Hukurila Underwater Cave  (Photo:@virgiliavenessa)

Hukurila Underwater Cave

This underwater cave stores the greatest landscape of tropical sea creatures. As soon as you dip in this natural beauty you will be surrounded by colorful reefs and marine creatures which will make you more appreciate the bounty life below water.

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Hukurila Underwater Cave

Tourist Attractions in Maluku

Maluku

Batik Motifs

Pala Salawaku

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Pattimura

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

 

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Batik

Motifs

Wirasat

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

Tidayu

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Abimanyu Prince

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Kaharingan

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Awan Berarak

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

Tikar Natuna

The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in

Daun Sirih

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Bintik Tujuh

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

Insang Ikan

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Teguh Bersatu

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

Rasamala

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Tubo Kelapa

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

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

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Sandeq

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Wakatobi

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Singayaksa

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

Taiganja

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Pintu Aceh

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Sekar Jati

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Pala Salawaku

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

Alam Pantai

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

Sero Tangga

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Sekomandi

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

Gamolan

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Honai

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Peresean

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

Pattimura

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

Kain Cual

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

Merak Lasem

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Prada Papua

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

Rangkiang

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Cengkeh

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

Raja Ampat

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

Buketan Bali

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Tenun Bima

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Daun Simpor

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

Lontara

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

Angsa Duo

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Samudra

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

Srimanganti

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Durian Pecah

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Kawung

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Bekantan Pakis

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Tangerang Herang

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Kalo Sara

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Parang Rusak

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Desa Na Tolu

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