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Pusentasi – Donggala Sea Well

Pusentasi Sink Hole (Photo: @Wisatania)

Pusentasi – Donggala Sea Well

Pusentasi of Donggala sea well is one of natural phenomenon in Central Sulawesi. Pusentasi, literally means “the center of sea” in Kaili dialect. The water volume of this giant natural well depends on the tides that flow from Donggala Sea. The unique characteristic of this well is that the blue water remains clean at any condition, both during high and low tides. The locals believe that the water has great healing power.

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Pusentasi – Donggala Sea Well

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Central Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Taiganja

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

Cengkeh

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Sero Tangga

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

 

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Motifs

Kawung

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

Tanah Liek

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

Parang Seling

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

Asmat Papua

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

Pisang Bali

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

Taiganja

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Raja Ampat

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

Merak Lasem

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Parang Rusak

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Bale Lumbu

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Tubo Kelapa

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Pucuk Mekar

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Sandeq

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

Pattimura

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Daun Sirih

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Sero Tangga

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Kalo Sara

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

Peresean

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

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

Angsa Duo

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

Awan Berarak

Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the

Kaharingan

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

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Honai

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Sekar Jati

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

Alam Pantai

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Lontara

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Prada Papua

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Tongkonan

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Tenun Bima

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

Tidayu

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Insang Ikan

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

Singayaksa

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Sekomandi

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

Wakatobi

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

Cengkeh

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Wirasat

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

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

Rangkiang

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Karawo Pinang

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Tabir Tanjung

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

Merak Ngeram

The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and

Kuda Sepasang

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