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Siwalima Museum
Siwalima Textile Museum (Photo:Indonesia Kaya)
Siwalima Museum
The word “Siwalima” is composed of two words which have been taken from the history of the kingdoms which once developed in Maluku. “Siwa” makes reference to nine kingdoms formed in south Maluku and “lima” refers to the five ones in the northern part of the province. In Siwalima museum there are two buildings that showcase Maluku’s culture.
Cultural Tourism Destination
Siwalima Museum
Tourist Attractions in Maluku
Kei Islands
One of the most famous destinations here is the Ngurtafur white beach, located on
Hukurila Undewater Cave
This underwater cave stores the greatest landscape of
Maluku
Batik Motifs
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
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Batik
Motifs
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
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
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
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
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
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
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
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
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists 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
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of