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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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Pintu Aceh

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Pisang Bali

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Ake Patra

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Pala Salawaku

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

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Enggang Dayak

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

Buketan Bali

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Dayak Taghol

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

Insang Ikan

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Durian Pecah

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Tangerang Herang

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Taiganja

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

Tanah Liek

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

Honai

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

Pattimura

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Awan Berarak

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Bultiya

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

Peresean

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

Merak Lasem

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Mahkota Siger

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Sido Mulyo

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Alam Pantai

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Kalo Sara

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

Parang Seling

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

Rasamala

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Rangkiang

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Singayaksa

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Cengkeh

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

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

Wakatobi

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

Kawung

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

Sero Tangga

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Gamolan

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

Parang Rusak

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Wirasat

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

Prada Papua

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Karawo Pinang

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

La Galigo

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Kain Cual

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Tenun Bima

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

Tongkonan

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

Ikan tambal

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Tikar Natuna

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in