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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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Pamona Cave

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Central Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Bomba Mawar

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

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

Sero Tangga

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

 

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Motifs

Tikar Natuna

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

Ikan tambal

The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is

Tangerang Herang

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

Rangkiang

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

Lontara

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

Awan Berarak

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

Daun Sirih

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Pala Salawaku

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

Buketan Bali

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

Taiganja

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Abimanyu Prince

This motif implies a hope that the wearer will have the wisdom of

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Kalo Sara

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

Pisang Bali

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Sandeq

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

Prada Papua

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

Bultiya

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Durian Pecah

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

Biji Kopi

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

Merak Lasem

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

Honai

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Kuda Kupang

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

Samudra

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

Insang Ikan

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Sido Mulyo

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

Kaharingan

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

Parang Seling

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Raja Ampat

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Alam Pantai

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

Sekomandi

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

Cengkeh

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Wakatobi

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Kawung

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Paqbarre Allo

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Angsa Duo

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Sekar Jati

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Kain Cual

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

Sero Tangga

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

Tidayu

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

Srimanganti

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Bomba Mawar

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

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

Parang Rusak

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Daun Simpor

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Manguni Minahasa

Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a

Jumputan Bintang

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Rasamala

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

La Galigo

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for