Natural Destination

Experience the tropical nature!

Orchid Botanical Garden

Vanda Orchid flower (foto: N. Perrault, Wikipedia)

Orchid Botanical Garden (foto: Carletariu)

Orchid Botanical Garden

If you visit Tarakan city, you should go to the Orchid Botanical Garden. It conserves various types of the rarest Kalimantan orchids. You can also find various kinds of mini cactus and beautiful tropical butterflies. This place is definitely awesome for nature lovers.

Cultural Tourism Destination

Orchid Botanical Garden in Tarakan

Tourist Attractions in North Kalimantan

North Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Dayak Taghol

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Bekantan Pakis

This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in

Bultiya

The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely

 

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Batik

Motifs

Kalo Sara

Kalo Sara is a sacred motif for Tolaki ethnic. It is considered as

Tangerang Herang

Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of

Tanah Liek

The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as

Tabir Tanjung

Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Singayaksa

The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to

Ikan tambal

The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is

Tubo Kelapa

Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more

Pattimura

Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in

Tongkonan

Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for

Dayak Kamang

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Parang Seling

Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of

Karawo Pinang

Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Alam Pantai

The word “Alam Pantai” refers to the natural beauty of

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Buketan Bali

The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is

Ukir Sentani

The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings

Daun Sirih

This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional

Samudra

This art painting means to be strong-willed person to pursue

Desa Na Tolu

The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and

Wirasat

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

Karawo Mahkuta

Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of

La Galigo

La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even

Daun Simpor

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

Kawung

The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for

Sekar Jati

Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that

Honai

The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is

Pintu Aceh

The motif is inspired by Aceh’s traditional architecture that has

Awan Berarak

Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the

Raja Ampat

Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in

Paqbarre Allo

The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as

Asmat Papua

The batik motif illustrates the Asmat’s sacred tribal motifs that are

Merak Lasem

The peacock is considered to be the king of the birds. It represents

Lipaq Sabe

Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is

Tikar Natuna

The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in

Pucuk Rebung Riau

Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and

Dayak Taghol

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

Teguh Bersatu

This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of

Abimanyu Prince

This motif implies a hope that the wearer will have the wisdom of

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and

Peresean

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes

Bekantan Pakis

This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in

Anggrek Tewu

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

Kuda Sepasang

For the people of Kupang, having a strong horse is a matter of

Manguni Minahasa

Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Bultiya

The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely

Besurek Rafflesia

The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Tidayu

The name of this motif is the acronym of three ethnics namely,

Prada Papua

The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong

Kain Cual

Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Gentala Arasy

Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of

Lontara

The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that

Gamolan

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

Desa Na Ualu

The Gorga motif of Ualu Village is the symbol of the eight cardinal

Rumah Mamuju

the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house

Jupri Kembang Teh

Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of

Pucuk Mekar

This motive reflects the joy and gratitude to God over the grace of

Kuda Kupang

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Kaharingan

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Sandeq

Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Pala Salawaku

This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely

Jumputan Bintang

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Gajah Way Kambas

The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes

Enggang Dayak

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Gurdo Solo

Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,

Merak Ngeram

The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and

Gorga Simeol-Meol

The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and

Kasih Tak Sampai

‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Biji Kopi

The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Mahkota Siger

Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and

Angsa Duo

According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess

Gonggong Beruntun

This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and

Keluak Daun Pakis

The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Taiganja

Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Leuit Sijimat

This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:

Insang Ikan

Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Srimanganti

The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to