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Kolbano Beach (photo: @IndonesiaKaya)

Colorful gravels at Kolbano Beach (photo: @DetikTravel)

Kolbano Beach

Located in Kolbano Village, Kolbano District, South Central Timor Regency about 135 km from the capital city of Kupang. Kolbano beach is one of Indonesia’s unique beaches whose sands consist of colorful gravel. Not only that, Kolbano Beach has a stunning beauty of a giant rock landmark, called Fatu Un. At first glance this Fatu Un stone looks like a lion’s head when viewed from the side. Visitors can climb the rock to see the beautiful panorama of Indian Ocean and Kolbano Beach from a height. The combination of blue water and scattering colorful gravels and rocks will strongly add the beauty of Kolbano Beach.

Natural Tourism Destination

Kolbano Beach

Tourist Attractions in East Nusa Tenggara

East Nusa Tenggara

Batik Motifs

Kuda Kupang

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Teguh Bersatu

This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of

Pucuk Mekar

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

 

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Motifs

Daun Simpor

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

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

Desa Na Ualu

The Gorga motif of Ualu Village is the symbol of the eight cardinal

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Gumin Tambun

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Tidayu

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Pattimura

Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in

Malinau Cultural Festival

You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in

Tabir Tanjung

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

Taiganja

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Gamolan

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Kawung

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

Ukir Sentani

The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings

Sero Tangga

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

Awan Berarak

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

Angsa Duo

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

Raja Ampat

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

Pintu Aceh

The motif is inspired by Aceh’s traditional architecture that has

Honai

The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in

Daun Sirih

This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional

Gurdo Solo

Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,

Burung Bidadari

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

Sandeq

Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Parang Seling

Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Merak Lasem

The peacock is considered to be the king of the birds. It represents

Wakatobi

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Parang Rusak

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

Pisang Bali

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Lipaq Sabe

Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is

Tubo Kelapa

Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more

Kaharingan

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

Ake Patra

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Sekomandi

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Alam Pantai

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

Asmat Papua

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

Prada Papua

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Lontara

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

La Galigo

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

Rasamala

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

Bultiya

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Singayaksa

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Bomba Mawar

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Insang Ikan

Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits

Samudra

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Manguni Minahasa

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

Cengkeh

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Dayak Kamang

Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to

Buketan Bali

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Wirasat

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

Tanah Liek

The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Paqbarre Allo

The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as

Tongkonan

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