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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

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

Cengkeh

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

Taiganja

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

 

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Batik

Motifs

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Honai

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Rasamala

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

Gentala Arasy

Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of

Mahkota Siger

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

Pattimura

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Teguh Bersatu

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

Kaharingan

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

Kain Cual

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Karawo Pinang

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Lontara

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Bale Lumbu

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Gamolan

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Durian Pecah

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

Ake Patra

Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Daun Sirih

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

Rangkiang

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Buketan Bali

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Singayaksa

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

Daun Simpor

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Insang Ikan

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

Tidayu

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Prada Papua

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Sero Tangga

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Wakatobi

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

Wirasat

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Sandeq

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Pisang Bali

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Sekomandi

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Bultiya

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Kalo Sara

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Gurdo Solo

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Cengkeh

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Pala Salawaku

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

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

Samudra

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

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

Srimanganti

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

Tongkonan

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Asmat Papua

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

Bintik Tujuh

The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as

Kuda Sepasang

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

Awan Berarak

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Gonggong Beruntun

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

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Biji Kopi

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

Peresean

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

Kuda Kupang

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