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Pinawetengan Museum
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.
Cultural Tourism Destination
Pinawetengan Museum
Tourist Attractions in North Sulawesi
Manado City
The city of Manado is famous as a unique city as it is located in a bay near
Batu Dinding Kilo Tiga Cliff
If adrenaline is one of the main components of your trip, you should definitely visit
World’s Coral Triangle – Bunaken Marine Park
Located in the World’s coral triangle, Bunaken National Park is
North Sulawesi
Batik Motifs
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
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Motifs
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
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
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in



