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Malinau Cultural Festival

Dayak Lundayeh Traditional Dance (photo: Indonesia.go.id)

The Kayan Traditional Dance (photo: Budaya Malinau)

Malinau Cultural Festival

You will witness unique competitions that would not be found in other than in Malinau District, for example, the hunting sword competition and the Dayak dance competition. You will also see the variety of textile heritage worn by different communities. This cultural festival is held once every two years for 13 days in October, prepare you holiday schedule to participate in this fantastic event!

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Malinau Cultural Festival

Tourist Attractions in North Kalimantan

North Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Dayak Taghol

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Bultiya

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

Bekantan Pakis

This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in

 

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Gentala Arasy

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

Bekantan Pakis

This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in

Srimanganti

The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Paqbarre Allo

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Awan Berarak

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Cengkeh

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

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Kaharingan

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

Peresean

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

La Galigo

La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Rasamala

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and

Anggrek Tewu

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Ikan tambal

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong

Sandeq

Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of

Gurdo Solo

Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,

Durian Pecah

Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of

Sero Tangga

The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil

Dayak Taghol

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Teguh Bersatu

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of

Gonggong Siput

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Leuit Sijimat

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

Alam Pantai

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

Kalo Sara

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

Samudra

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Tongkonan

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

Tanah Liek

The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as

Karawo Pinang

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Buketan Bali

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

Tidayu

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

Daun Simpor

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Dayak Kamang

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

Singayaksa

The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to

Pintu Aceh

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

Wakatobi

It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes

Parang Rusak

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with

Honai

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of

Keluak Daun Pakis

The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Enggang Dayak

Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Rangkiang

The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes

Gamolan

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Taiganja

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

Asmat Papua

The batik motif illustrates the Asmat’s sacred tribal motifs that are

Jumputan Bintang

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

Merak Lasem

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

Pattimura

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Sekomandi

Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”

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

Bultiya

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Tenun Bima

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