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The Kalamata Fort (photo: @Dictio.id)

The Kalamata Fort (photo: @Dictio.id)

Kalamata Fort

Again, the fort is a witness of the Portuguese colonization of Indonesia. This fort is located near the sea so if you have a passion for photography, you can capture your best shoots here since the place looks so dear on everyone’s eyes and also very picturesque on the camera lens!

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Kalamata Fort

Tourist Attractions in North Maluku

North Maluku

Batik Motifs

Burung Bidadari

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Alam Pantai

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

 

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Motifs

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Bale Lumbu

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

Prada Papua

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Raja Ampat

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

Bultiya

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Tangerang Herang

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Peresean

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Angsa Duo

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Ikan tambal

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

Merak Lasem

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

Sekar Jati

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

Pisang Bali

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Kawung

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Alam Pantai

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

Buketan Bali

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

Asmat Papua

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Lontara

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Kalo Sara

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

Sero Tangga

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Sekomandi

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

Tanah Liek

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

Parang Rusak

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Rangkiang

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Durian Pecah

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Tabir Tanjung

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

Parang Seling

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Gumin Tambun

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

Wirasat

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Kaharingan

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Awan Berarak

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

Tidayu

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Dayak Taghol

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Ake Patra

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Teguh Bersatu

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Tenun Bima

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Gamolan

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Taiganja

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Daun Sirih

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Abimanyu Prince

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

Biji Kopi

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Insang Ikan

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Pucuk Mekar

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

Daun Simpor

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Paqbarre Allo

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