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Prambanan Temple UNESCO World Heritage Site

Prambanan Temple Compounds (photo: Uwe Aranas, Wikipedia)
The Prambanan Temple UNESCO World Heritage Site
It is one of the most important Hindu complex of temples built in 850 AD. It is UNESCO World Heritage site inscribed in 1991. Beside hundreds of shrines within the complex, the three biggest temples are dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma. Since the landscape created from this temple is magnificent, enjoying the sunrise here is something unique people cannot miss.
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Batik Motifs
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Parang Rusak
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Wirasat
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Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Keluak Daun Pakis
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Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and