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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
Originally thought of as a regional museum, Balanga Museum collects a lot of objects which are
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Batik Motifs
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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Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
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
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
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
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of