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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!
Tourist Attractions in North Kalimantan
Tarakan Mangrove Forest
Mangrove Forest is one of the favourite tourism sites in Tarakan. We can go along the
Museum of Bulungan Sultanate
Bulungan is a historical museum to witness the legacy of the
Orchid Botanical Garden
Orchid Botanical Garden conserves various types of
North Kalimantan
Batik Motifs
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
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
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
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
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
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
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
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
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:
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
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
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
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
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
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
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
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
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
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
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
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