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Manado City

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.
Cultural Tourism Destination
Manado City
Tourist Attractions in North Sulawesi
Batu Dinding Kilo Tiga Cliff
If adrenaline is one of the main components of your trip, you should definitely visit
Pinawetengan Museum
In Pinawetengan Museum, you can see various collections, such as
World’s Coral Triangle – Bunaken Marine Park
Located in the World’s coral triangle, Bunaken National Park is
North Sulawesi
Batik Motifs
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
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Motifs
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
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
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
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
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
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
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
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
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
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
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
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the