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Kei Islands
Ngurtafur Beach in Kei Island, Maluku (photo: @Hafiedzuk23)
Kei Islands
It consists of several islands located in Banda Sea, the southeastern part of Maluku Islands. It will be difficult to single them out since all of them are beautiful and breathtaking. One of the most famous destinations is the Ngurtafur white beach located in Small Kei island. Other than spending the night in well developed tourism cottages, visitors could also choose to stay with friendly local inhabitants and take the chance to learn about their local wisdom in preserving the coastal nature. This site offers authentic natural and cultural experiences you can have in a heavenly oceanic region. Secure your seat and book your next trip to Kei island!
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Kei Islands
Tourist Attractions in Maluku
Hukurila Undewater Cave
This underwater cave stores the greatest landscape of
Siwalima Museum
The word “Siwalima” is composed of two words that have been taken from
Maluku
Batik Motifs
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
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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Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
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
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism 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”
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around