Cultural Destination

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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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

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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Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Wirasat

Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by

Gonggong Siput

Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Rangkiang

The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes

Kuda Kupang

Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring

Daun Simpor

This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical

Gigi Haruan Lidi

The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in