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The Underwater Marine Park (photo: @Ayu Dewanti)
Pahawang Island
Pahawang Island has an amazing natural marine ecosystem. The island definitely has beautiful white sands, crystal clear blue water, and some wooden resorts with a relaxing atmosphere. The tourists can also find several coral reef conservation locations at several points surrounding Pahawang Island. Diving at a depth of 2-4 meters, tourists will meet a variety of tropical marine creatures such as the Nemo Fish. Prepare your next visit to Pahawang Island in Lampung!
Tourist Attractions in Lampung
Kenali Village
Every region in Indonesia has a particular traditional house that represents
Bandar Lampung City
It is the capital city in this region. Despite its congested town, it is full of
Krakatau Volcano
Krakatau remains one of the world most well-known volcanoes due to its
Lampung
Batik Motifs
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
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Motifs
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
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
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
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
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
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
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and