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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
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
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Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
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
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
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
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
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense 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
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is