Cultural Destination

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Kadriah Royal Palace in Pontianak city (photo: Kratonpedia)

Kadriah Royal Palace

This is the place if you want to see cultural assimilation in architecture. Located in East Pontianak, the Kadriah Palace was constructed with the finest ironwood that endures for centuries. Its architecture style is the mixture of Malay, the Middle East, and Western art, which is obvious in both the exterior and interior. The palace was constructed by Sultan Syarif Abdurrahman Alkadri, who was also the founder of Pontianak City in 1771 AD. Enjoy the exotic glory of times past here!

Cultural Tourism Destination

Kadriah Royal Palace in Pontianak City

Tourist Attractions in West Kalimantan

Pontianak City

Pontianak City

The capital city of West Kalimantan that also known as the “Equator Zero”. Apart from this unique

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West Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Awan Berarak

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Insang Ikan

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

Tidayu

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

 

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Motifs

Gurdo Solo

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

Tanah Liek

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Taiganja

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

Rasamala

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

Durian Pecah

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Leuit Sijimat

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

Biji Kopi

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Desa Na Tolu

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

Lontara

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Parang Seling

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Sekomandi

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Wakatobi

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Cengkeh

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

Asmat Papua

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Bale Lumbu

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

La Galigo

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

Kaharingan

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Kain Cual

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

Raja Ampat

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Honai

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Awan Berarak

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

Pisang Bali

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Insang Ikan

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Rumah Mamuju

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Pattimura

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Daun Simpor

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Tongkonan

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Tubo Kelapa

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Singayaksa

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Kalo Sara

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

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

Srimanganti

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

Merak Lasem

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

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Ake Patra

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Angsa Duo

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

Gamolan

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Ikan tambal

The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is

Samudra

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Bultiya

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

Tidayu

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Sero Tangga

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

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

Peresean

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

Daun Sirih

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Pintu Aceh

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