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Lore Lindu National Park – UNESCO Biosphere Network
Lore Lindu Megalithikum Site (Photo: @merahputih)
Lore Lindu Megalithikum Site (Photo: @spectakel.id)
Lore Lindu National Park – UNESCO Biosphere Network
Designated as part of the UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves, Lore Lindu National Park is the habitat of 227 bird species and other rare animals. Within the park, visitors can witness huge human-shaped megalith relics from 1300 B.C.
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Lore Lindu National Park
Tourist Attractions in Central Sulawesi
Pusentasi – Donggala Sea Well
Pusentasi of Donggala sea well is one of the natural phenomena in Central Sulawesi. Pusentasi literally means
Pulau Dua in Banggai
If you want to have an adventure getaway in nature paradise, Pulau Dua is one of a kind. It is situated in
Pamona Cave
Rumor has it, that this cave is the house of some dead bodies from Pamona Tribe. Apart from the
Central Sulawesi
Batik Motifs
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
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Motifs
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
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
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
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,
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
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
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
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
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of