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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.
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Batik Villages in North Kalimantan
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North Kalimantan
Batik Motifs
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
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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Motifs
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
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
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
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
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
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
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and