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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
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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
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Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
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
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
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
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
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
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Insang Ikan
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Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Tengkawang Ampiek
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Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and