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Imogiri Royal Cemetery in Bantul

Imogiri Royal Cemetery (photo: Ozils_88)
The Imogiri Royal Cemetery in Bantul
You may think that cemeteries are not the perfect spot to visit if you are on vacation. However, this cemetery is unique. Imogiri is the official cemetery of the descendants of the Yogyakartan and Surakartan royalty. It is a dignified and beautiful spot, as the graves are all delicately decorated. Visitors are allowed to visit it only in traditional Javanese dress which can be rent directly on the spot.
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Kerawang Tegak Aceh
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Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Biji Kopi
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Karawo Mahkuta
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Tikar Natuna
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Paqbarre Allo
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Pala Salawaku
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Lipaq Sabe
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Pinawetengan
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Prada Papua
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a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
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Pattimura
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Burung Bidadari
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Tenun Bima
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Tabir Tanjung
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Pati-Pati Pinehiku
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Bekantan Pakis
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Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
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Jumputan Bintang
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Gamolan
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Taiganja
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Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Gonggong Siput
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Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
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Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Leuit Sijimat
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Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Angsa Duo
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Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
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
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Gigi Haruan Lidi
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Keluak Daun Pakis
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Singayaksa
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Sero Tangga
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Mahkota Siger
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Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Tanah Liek
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Cengkeh
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Kain Cual
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Karawo Pinang
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Lok Baintan Floating Market
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Daun Simpor
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Parang Seling
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