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Setu Babakan – Betawi Cultural Village
Indonesia is famous worldwide for the great amount of culture and traditions which this region of the world contains. Situated in the Jagakarsa sub-district, this place will make you know and appreciate some cultural heritage of Betawi through its traditional architecture called Kebaya House of Betawi. This place will show you a very basic yet essential part of the local culture – the traditional house of Betawi tribe as the living heritage in Jakarta city. In other meaning, the word ‘Kebaya’ also refers to the traditional ladies’ top from Java that is adopted and adapted for use in many regions of Indonesia. It is not surprising that variations of the kebaya can be found according to regional cultural influences, affordability, etc, all of can be found in Jakarta shopping galleries.
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Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
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
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
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Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
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
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
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
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
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
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
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Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
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
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
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
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
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
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Hiu Taliyasan
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Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Jumputan Bintang
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Pattimura
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