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Krakatau Volcano
The Krakatau Mountain (photo: Pesona.Travel)
Krakatau Volcano
Krakatau remains one of the world’s most well-known volcanoes due to its notorious 19th-century eruption. Located between Java and Sumatra Islands, it is a natural reserve area that is worth visiting for adventure, education, and research purposes. Visit www.volcanodiscovery.com for up to date seismic activity information before booking your trip.
Tourist Attractions in Lampung
Pahawang Island
Pahawang Island has an amazing natural marine ecosystem. The island definitely has
Kenali Village
Every region in Indonesia has a particular traditional house that represents
Bandar Lampung City
It is the capital city in this region. Despite its congested town, it is full of
Lampung
Batik Motifs
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
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Batik
Motifs
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
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
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
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
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
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
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
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
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by


