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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

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Maluku

Batik Motifs

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

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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Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Srimanganti

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Prada Papua

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

Lontara

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Rasamala

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Wirasat

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Sekar Jati

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Taiganja

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Gamolan

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Kaharingan

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Daun Simpor

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Alam Pantai

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Singayaksa

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

Ikan tambal

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

Bekantan Pakis

This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in

Tidayu

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Sero Tangga

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Samudra

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

Biji Kopi

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Kuda Sepasang

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

Angsa Duo

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

Peresean

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

Tangerang Herang

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

La Galigo

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

Wakatobi

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Pisang Bali

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Bultiya

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Ake Patra

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

Awan Berarak

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

Sekomandi

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

Durian Pecah

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Cengkeh

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Tongkonan

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

Buketan Bali

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

Parang Rusak

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Mahkota Siger

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Kain Cual

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

Kawung

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

Tenun Bima

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Asmat Papua

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

Raja Ampat

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Kalo Sara

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of