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Minahasa Traditional Costume (Photo: @Indonesia Kaya)

Pinawetengan Museum

Pinawetengan Museum displays various collections, ranging from pre-historic relics, ancient Minahasa tribal objects, to Dutch colonial relics. Located 4 kilometers from the museum, the prehistoric site of Watu Pinawetengan has existed since 1000 BC. It is considered a sacred site and the birthplace of Minahasa ethnic.

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Pinawetengan Museum

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Batik Motifs

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Tari Kabasaran

the Kabasaran dance is a sacred dance performed in the

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Manguni Minahasa

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

 

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Motifs

Prada Papua

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Parang Seling

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

Lontara

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Pisang Bali

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Wirasat

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Raja Ampat

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Buketan Bali

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

Singayaksa

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Merak Lasem

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

Tenun Bima

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

Daun Sirih

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Ake Patra

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Parang Rusak

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

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Asmat Papua

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

Sekomandi

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

Peresean

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Daun Simpor

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Biji Kopi

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Alam Pantai

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Sandeq

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Kaharingan

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

La Galigo

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Rumah Mamuju

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Gamolan

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Kalo Sara

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Ikan tambal

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Wakatobi

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

Pattimura

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Taiganja

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Tanah Liek

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

Samudra

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Sero Tangga

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Rasamala

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Srimanganti

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

Cengkeh

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