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Kie Matubu Mountain
Kie Matubu mountain (Photo: Rekreasi Alam)
The view of Gamalama Mountain from Kie Matubu Mountain (Photo: @Tips Wisata Indonesia)
Kie Matubu
Kie Matubu is the highest point of North Maluku. From this plateau you can surely enjoy a breathtaking view: made up of mountains range, nature and surrounding areas in the background. A handy tips for you: try to enjoy it during a full moon!
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Kie Matubu Mount
Tourist Attractions in North Maluku
Kalamata Fort
Again, it is a testimony of the Portuguese colonization of Indonesia. This fort is located near
Ternate City
Located on the slope of the Gamalama volcano mountain, this city offers
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
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Motifs
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural