Cultural Destination

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Kobori Cave (Photo: @Indonesia Tourism)

Front part of Kobori Cave (Photo: @Pesona Indonesia)

Kobori Cave

A little bit of history is always needed to understand the place you are visiting. The Kobori Cave represents a concrete testimony of the ancient Muna Tribe in Megalithic era (around 4000 BC). This Indonesian National Heritage Site is also known as the “the cave of ink” for the fact that visitors who enjoy an excursion here, can witness some very old paintings which describes the way of life of this tribe. There are 565 megalithic paintings spread in several karst cave across Muna island, Southeast Sulawesi. Come and discover this wonderful place!

Cultural Tourism Destination

Kobori Cave

Tourist Attractions in Southeast Sulawesi

Southeast Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Kalo Sara

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

Wakatobi

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

Ake Patra

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

 

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Indonesian

Batik

Motifs

Bintik Tujuh

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Ikan tambal

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

Parang Rusak

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

Buketan Bali

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

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

Rumah Mamuju

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