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Lok Baintan Floating Market
South Kalimantan province – Indonesia

Lok Baintan Floating Market in Banjarmasin (photo: Indonesia-tourism)
Lok Baintan Floating Market
Take a dip in this floating market. No matter at what hour you want to enjoy this picturesque spot, it will always surprise you. As you can imagine, you can buy authentic local goods and even enjoy your meal of local dishes while navigating through the water. This is a unique experience you cannot miss.
Cultural Tourism Destination
Lok Baintan Floating Market
Tourist Attractions in South Kalimantan
Taman Siring Tower
Taman Siring Tower is the iconic landmark of Banjarmasin city that you can’t miss
Rimpi Hill in Pelaihari
If you want to see unique and different natural scenes, you can visit
Bubungan Tinggi Traditional House
The traditional house of Banjar Tribe in South Kalimantan is known for its steep
South Kalimantan
Batik Motifs
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Gigi Haruan Lidi
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Motifs
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in