Cultural Destination

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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.

Cultural Tourism Destination

Muara Teweh City

Tourist Attractions in Central Kalimantan

Palangkaraya City

Palangkaraya City

Palangkaraya city is another unique destination you cannot miss in West Kalimantan. This modern and vibrant city also 

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Central Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Anggrek Tewu

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

Kaharingan

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Gumin Tambun

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

 

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Motifs

Pisang Bali

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

Sido Mulyo

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

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

Gamolan

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Peresean

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

Durian Pecah

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in