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Komodo National Park – UNESCO World Heritage Site
Komodo National Park (photo: @Mardhana Ksatrya/Kompasiana)
Komodo National Park – UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Komodo National Park is located in Komodo Island, which is situated near the main port Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara. It was inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991 due to the presence of the world’s protected Komodo dragon. This park has some major attractions: lush reefs, manta point, pink beach and Komodo dragons park. Komodo dragons are carnivorous reptiles whose saliva is poisonous for humans. Watch out for the presence of those big lizards and pay thorough attention to the direction provided by the local guides when you are at Komodo site. Another stunning tourist attraction is Padar island, which is located next to Komodo Island. By taking the boat from Komodo island and hiking for 20-30 minutes to the top of Padar island, you will see an outstanding view of the island, along with its 3 colour beaches: white, pink and black. In addition, this region offers a great mixture of natural and cultural attractions with good tourism facilities as well. Do you want to experience earth’s extraordinary natural wonder? Visit Komodo Islands, Indonesia!
Natural Tourism Destination
Komodo National Park at Labuan Bajo Region
Tourist Attractions in East Nusa Tenggara
Kolbano Beach
Kolbano beach is one of Indonesia’s unique beaches whose sands consist of
Pantai Merah Muda – Pink Beach
Have you ever been to a beach were the sand is pink?
Batu Cermin Cave in Labuan Bajo
This place was once an underwater cave. It is named after the light that shines through
East Nusa Tenggara
Batik Motifs
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
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Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side 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
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
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
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
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
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural