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Love Lagoon in Misool

Love Lagoon (photo: @Jannah Homestay/Traveloka)

Love Lagoon in Misool

This love lagoon is formed by a natural phenomenon shaped by a mountain lake and coral reef. The lagoon is not only known as an adventurous tourism destination, but it is also believed to be a sacred place for couples.

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Love Lagoon in Misool

Tourist Attractions in West Papua

West Papua

Batik Motifs

Raja Ampat

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

Honai

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

Burung Cendrawasih

The Cendrawasih bird is believed as sacred Paradise bird that connects the earth with

Prada Papua

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

 

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Motifs

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Alam Pantai

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Awan Berarak

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Teguh Bersatu

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Leuit Sijimat

This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:

Biji Kopi

The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in

Ake Patra

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

Kain Cual

Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to

Gamolan

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

Kalo Sara

Kalo Sara is a sacred motif for Tolaki ethnic. It is considered as

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Lontara

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

Honai

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes

Taiganja

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Kaharingan

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Tenun Bima

The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Insang Ikan

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Pintu Aceh

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Ikan tambal

The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is

Pucuk Mekar

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Manguni Minahasa

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Tubo Kelapa

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Mahkota Siger

Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Karawo Mahkuta

Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Merak Lasem

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

Tikar Natuna

The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in

Dayak Kamang

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Parang Seling

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

Cengkeh

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

Raja Ampat

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Lipaq Sabe

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Pattimura

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Parang Rusak

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

Samudra

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Bultiya

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Jumputan Bintang

The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to

Rasamala

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Besurek Rafflesia

The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions

Tidayu

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Prada Papua

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Anggrek Tewu

This motif is created based on the local wisdom and philosophy of

Sekar Jati

Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that

Gorga Simeol-Meol

The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and

Peresean

The Peresean is a game that sometimes some kinds of magic are

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Buketan Bali

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

Angsa Duo

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Rumah Mamuju

the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house

Desa Na Tolu

The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and

Abimanyu Prince

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

Daun Simpor

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

Tongkonan

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