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Sandeq Race (Photo: @disbudparpolman)

Sandeq boat construction (Photo: @Pesona Indonesia)

Sandeq Race Festival – the Legend of the Fastest Wooden Boat

Could you believe if there is a wooden boat that sails in 15-29 knots (28-56 km/h) of wind speed without any electrical engine? Sandeq boat is the fastest wind boat since 1000 BC. This boat making construction technology is one of craftsmanship legacy of Mandar tribe in West Sulawesi. The ancestor of Mandar tribes are known as one of the strongest and the oldest sailor tribes in Austronesian archipelago. The Sandeq Race Festival is held annually in August-September as cultural events to revive and valorize such remarkable cultural heritage. The festival also offers many cultural events at 8 Sandeq etape destinations, starting from Mamuju city to Makassar city. Around 40 Sandeq teams participate in the competition to prove their talent in wind sailing. Come and join this unique cultural sport event!

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Sandeq Race Festival

Tourist Attractions in West Sulawesi

West Sulawesi

Batik Motifs

Sekomandi

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

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

Sandeq

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

 

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Gamolan

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Insang Ikan

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Tubo Kelapa

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

Buketan Bali

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Tidayu

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Pisang Bali

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Singayaksa

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Wirasat

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Kaharingan

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Bultiya

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Peresean

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Awan Berarak

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Cengkeh

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Ikan tambal

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Burung Bidadari

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

Merak Lasem

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

Durian Pecah

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

Daun Simpor

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

Tenun Bima

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Alam Pantai

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Wakatobi

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

La Galigo

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Kuda Sepasang

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

Sekomandi

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

Biji Kopi

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Anggrek Tewu

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Angsa Duo

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Asmat Papua

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Tongkonan

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

Srimanganti

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

Kawung

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Samudra

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Lontara

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Mahkota Siger

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Sero Tangga

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Gurdo Solo

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Kalo Sara

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Daun Sirih

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Rangkiang

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

Sandeq

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

Sido Mulyo

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