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Manado city (photo: @beindonesia)

Bukit Kasih or “Hill of Love” (photo: @Tribunnews)

Manado City

The city of Manado is famous as a unique city as it is located in a bay near the open sea. With views of sea mountains, beaches, and tropical land, the city is famous for its amazing natural tourism potential. After Makassar, the city of Manado became the second most crowded city on the island of Sulawesi, especially for tourism. The city is also a national priority destination of Indonesia that presents a variety of cultural attractions, culinary and hotels with five-star facilities. One of the unique spot at this city is Bukit Kasih that means the “Hill of Love”. Here you will find worship places for 5 different religions such as mosque, christian church, catholic church, Hindu temple, Buddhist shrine. This historical site serves as the symbol of harmony in religious diversity in North Sulawesi.

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Manado City

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North Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

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

Tari Kabasaran

the Kabasaran dance is a sacred dance performed in the

 

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Motifs

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Tidayu

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

Prada Papua

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

Asmat Papua

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Rasamala

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

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

Parang Rusak

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Pattimura

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Daun Sirih

This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional

Rumah Mamuju

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Srimanganti

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Cengkeh

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

Taiganja

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

Tanah Liek

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Raja Ampat

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

Alam Pantai

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Dayak Kamang

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

Kaharingan

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Biji Kopi

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Insang Ikan

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

Tongkonan

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

Daun Simpor

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

Honai

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Gamolan

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Sero Tangga

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

La Galigo

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Wakatobi

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Sekomandi

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Sekar Jati

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Wirasat

Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by

Pucuk Mekar

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Rangkiang

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

Merak Lasem

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Pintu Aceh

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Pisang Bali

This batik motif is usually given by a person to his/her lover who is

Ukir Sentani

The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings

Bomba Mawar

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Sandeq

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

Peresean

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Tubo Kelapa

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

Samudra

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

Buketan Bali

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

Awan Berarak

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Sido Mulyo

Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in

Ake Patra

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

Bultiya

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

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