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Muara Teweh City
Balai Basarah Induk Intan, the Hindu Kaharingan worship place in Muara Teweh, Central Kalimantan (foto: Ezagren)
Muara Teweh City
Also known as the “water town”, Muara Teweh is the capital of Barito Utara Regency. It is a unique town where houses float on water. The people here choose to live like this, because the area is just too frequently flooded from the river since ages gone by. Call it the “If you can’t beat them, join them” principle in action.
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Muara Teweh City
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Balanga Museum
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Batik Motifs
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Enggang Dayak
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Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Dayak Taghol
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Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
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
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Tongkonan
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Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Paqbarre Allo
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Buketan Bali
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Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as