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Pampang Cultural Village

The Dayak traditional clothes (photo: Misteraladin)

Lanatip Dance as one of Indonesian national intangible cultural heritage (photo: Widyawati)

Pampang Cultural Village

This area is inhabited by Dayak Kenyah and once a year they hold the village anniversary festival in which people can enjoy lots of Dayak art performances. You can also rent Dayak traditional clothes and take pictures with local people.

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Pampang Cultural Village

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Batik villages in East Kalimantan

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East Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Kuntul Perak

Kuntul Perak refers to Egret Silver Bird. This bird is a Kalimantan endemic animal that becomes the

 

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Motifs

Gamolan

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Dayak Taghol

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Kawung

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Singayaksa

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

Mahkota Siger

Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and

Desa Na Ualu

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Kain Cual

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

Daun Simpor

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Prada Papua

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Pattimura

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Merak Ngeram

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Wirasat

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

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

Kalo Sara

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Sandeq

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

Taiganja

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Sero Tangga

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Enggang Dayak

Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural

Kaharingan

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Manguni Minahasa

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

Parang Rusak

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

Tongkonan

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

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

Peresean

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Gentala Arasy

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

Angsa Duo

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Raja Ampat

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

Sekar Jati

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

Awan Berarak

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Bintik Tujuh

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Lontara

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Rangkiang

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

Parang Seling

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Ukir Sentani

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

Tenun Bima

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

Alam Pantai

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Tidayu

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

La Galigo

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Pisang Bali

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

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Rasamala

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Bomba Mawar

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