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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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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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Tari Kabasaran

the Kabasaran dance is a sacred dance performed in the

 

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Batik

Motifs

Rangkiang

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Lontara

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Bultiya

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

Buketan Bali

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Dayak Taghol

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

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Parang Rusak

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Honai

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

Tidayu

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

Sero Tangga

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Parang Seling

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

Samudra

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

Biji Kopi

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Gumin Tambun

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

La Galigo

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

Sekomandi

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

Alam Pantai

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

Sekar Jati

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

Durian Pecah

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

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Tongkonan

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Enggang Dayak

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Kawung

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Tabir Tanjung

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Raja Ampat

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

Bomba Mawar

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

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

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Karawo Pinang

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

Daun Sirih

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Gamolan

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Srimanganti

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Peresean

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Teguh Bersatu

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Daun Simpor

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

Singayaksa

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Cengkeh

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Kalo Sara

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Insang Ikan

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

Kain Cual

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

Rasamala

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Leuit Sijimat

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Taiganja

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Merak Lasem

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

Angsa Duo

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Kuda Kupang

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Rumah Mamuju

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

Asmat Papua

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