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Museum of Mulawarman
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!
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Pampang Cultural Village
This area is inhabited by Dayak Kenyah and once a year they
Batik villages in East Kalimantan
Home / Batik Regions - Central Indonesia - Kalimantan Island - East Kalimantan / Batik Village in East Kalimantan Batik Village in East Kalimantansupport the local workshop Brief Story: This unique batik from East Kalimantan are made with various materials. Some...
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
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Kuntul Perak
Kuntul Perak refers to Egret Silver Bird. This bird is a Kalimantan endemic animal that becomes the
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Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
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
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of

