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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.
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Pinawetengan Museum
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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
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World’s Coral Triangle – Bunaken Marine Park
Located in the World’s coral triangle, Bunaken National Park is
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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
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Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
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
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
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
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of