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Tajahan Tjilik Riwut

Dayak Ngaju Ritual Ceremony in Tajahan (photo: Debu Yandie)

The sacred place in Tajahan (photo: Indonesian Tourism)

Tajahan Tjilik Riwut

The Dayak Tribe considers it to be a very sacred spot. According to their belief, whenever one has a desire that they must achieve no matter what, they would place yellow cloths and offerings in Tajahan. This place is also used by local Dayak people to talk with the spirit of their dead friends or family members. Rituals are conducted in Tajahan to honour the spirit of the ancestors, as well as to eradicate evil spirits and sweep out bad luck from the community.

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Tajahan Tjilik Riwut

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Batik Motifs

Anggrek Tewu

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

Kaharingan

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Gumin Tambun

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

 

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Singayaksa

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

Tongkonan

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Tenun Bima

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

Parang Rusak

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Kaharingan

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Bintik Tujuh

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

Insang Ikan

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

Peresean

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Durian Pecah

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

Taiganja

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

Parang Seling

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

Samudra

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

La Galigo

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

Tabir Tanjung

Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in

Pattimura

Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in

Lontara

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Dayak Kamang

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Wirasat

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Sekar Jati

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

Merak Lasem

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Daun Sirih

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Buketan Bali

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

Srimanganti

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

Prada Papua

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Rasamala

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

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Bultiya

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

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:

Bekantan Pakis

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Kuda Kupang

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

Asmat Papua

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

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Kawung

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Paqbarre Allo

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

Biji Kopi

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

Tanah Liek

The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Sekomandi

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Daun Simpor

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

Wakatobi

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Tidayu

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Enggang Dayak

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Ake Patra

Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of

Ikan tambal

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

Rangkiang

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