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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

Tourist Attractions in Central Kalimantan

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

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

Daun Sirih

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Angsa Duo

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

Asmat Papua

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

Honai

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Ake Patra

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

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

Durian Pecah

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

Parang Rusak

Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by

Tabir Tanjung

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

Kawung

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

Pattimura

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

Buketan Bali

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Rumah Mamuju

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

Kalo Sara

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

Insang Ikan

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Tongkonan

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Samudra

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Tenun Bima

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Gamolan

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Kain Cual

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

Parang Seling

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

Peresean

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Gumin Tambun

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Rangkiang

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Singayaksa

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Srimanganti

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Alam Pantai

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Pucuk Mekar

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Pintu Aceh

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

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Kuda Sepasang

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Merak Lasem

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Lipaq Sabe

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Sekar Jati

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Bultiya

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

Lontara

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Rasamala

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

Daun Simpor

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Raja Ampat

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Sekomandi

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

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

Pisang Bali

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

Sero Tangga

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

Biji Kopi

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Taiganja

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

Tangerang Herang

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