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Pamona Cave (Photo: @festivaljalanjalan)

Pamona Cave

Rumor has it, that this cave is the house of some death bodies from Pamona Tribe. Apart from the mystery surrounding this cave, visitors can explore all the area. A little reminder: make sure to bring your own equipment to have a walk inside

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Pamona Cave

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Central Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Taiganja

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

Sero Tangga

The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil

Bomba Mawar

This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates

Cengkeh

The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents

 

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Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Biji Kopi

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Tidayu

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

Awan Berarak

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

Bultiya

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Karawo Pinang

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Wakatobi

It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes

Burung Bidadari

Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an

Dayak Taghol

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Asmat Papua

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

La Galigo

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Paqbarre Allo

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

Pattimura

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Rangkiang

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Lontara

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Tenun Bima

The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great

Bekantan Pakis

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

Singayaksa

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

Ake Patra

Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Insang Ikan

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Kalo Sara

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Samudra

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Sido Mulyo

Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in

Abimanyu Prince

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Raja Ampat

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

Kaharingan

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

Ikan tambal

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Kain Cual

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Parang Seling

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Cengkeh

The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Kuda Sepasang

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Sekomandi

Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”

Wirasat

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Prada Papua

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Gonggong Siput

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Peresean

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Buketan Bali

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Daun Simpor

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

Bintik Tujuh

The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as

Durian Pecah

Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of

Sekar Jati

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Tongkonan

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

Gamolan

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

Kawung

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

Honai

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Pala Salawaku

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