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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

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

Sero Tangga

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

Taiganja

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

 

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Batik

Motifs

Asmat Papua

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Tanah Liek

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Kuda Kupang

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Biji Kopi

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

Kaharingan

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Teguh Bersatu

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Tidayu

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

Cengkeh

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Wirasat

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Tongkonan

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Buketan Bali

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

Sekomandi

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

Daun Simpor

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Parang Seling

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Singayaksa

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

Merak Lasem

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

Ikan tambal

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Prada Papua

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

Lontara

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

Sero Tangga

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

Raja Ampat

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

Awan Berarak

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

Alam Pantai

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Peresean

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Tubo Kelapa

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

Rasamala

The Rasamala Batik motif is associated with a story when the Dutch came

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Wakatobi

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Honai

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

Bale Lumbu

This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the

Kuda Sepasang

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Pattimura

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

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

Sandeq

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Durian Pecah

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

Rangkiang

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Pisang Bali

This batik motif is usually given by a person to his/her lover who is

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Kain Cual

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

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

Srimanganti

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

Daun Sirih

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Gumin Tambun

Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Abimanyu Prince

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

Ake Patra

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in