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Museum of Mulawarman, Tenggarong City (photo: Diksi)

Museum of Mulawarman 

Do you want to explore Dayak culture across centuries? The Mulawarman Museum in Tenggarong city is the right museum to visit. This museum has one of the most complete collections in Indonesia. There is also a duplicate of the Lembuswana mythological statue, which is a symbol of the kingdom of Kutai Kartanegara. This museum was built by adopting the traditional architecture of the Dayak tribe in Kutai. Prepare to be amazed!

Cultural Tourism Destination

Museum of Mulawarman 

Tourist Attractions in East Kalimantan

East Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Hiu Taliyasan

Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Kuntul Perak

Kuntul Perak refers to Egret Silver Bird. This bird is a Kalimantan endemic animal that becomes the

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

 

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Burung Bidadari

Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Dayak Kamang

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

Tenun Bima

The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Dayak Taghol

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

Ake Patra

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