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Tana Toraja National Heritage Site

Toraja Traditional Settlements in Kete Kesu Village, Tana Toraja Regency (Photo: 22Kartika.Wikipedia)

Limbong natural lake in Rantepao, North Toraja (Photo: @Diansix234)

Tana Toraja National Heritage Site

One cannot miss the wonder of Kete Kesu Village in Tana Toraja. South Sulawesi is known for the homeland of Toraja ethnic and its wonderful legacy. In this place, you will discover Toraja traditional settlements called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a wooden stage house, decorated with original Toraja carving motifs. One of the famous wood carving motif is Pa’tedong motif that represents the face of a buffalo. The Pa’tedong motif is a symbol of hopes, abundance, and prosperity of the Toraja people. 

Situated one hour driving from Kete Kesu Village, Limbong lake is another beautiful characteristic of this place. If you are seeking for relaxation, tranquillity and stunning view with Toraja cultural landscape, you should definitely come and enjoy the beauty of this place!

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Tana Toraja National Heritage Site

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Batik Motifs

La Galigo

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Lontara

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

Tongkonan

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

 

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Sero Tangga

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Peresean

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Kawung

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Insang Ikan

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Kuda Sepasang

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

Tidayu

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

Samudra

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Tenun Bima

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

Tongkonan

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

Bale Lumbu

This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the

Kuda Kupang

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Dayak Kamang

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

Ake Patra

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Gamolan

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Parang Seling

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Biji Kopi

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Tanah Liek

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

Alam Pantai

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

Kaharingan

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

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,

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Paqbarre Allo

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Buketan Bali

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

Pucuk Mekar

This motive reflects the joy and gratitude to God over the grace of

Sekar Jati

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

Sekomandi

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Pala Salawaku

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Taiganja

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

Cengkeh

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

Bultiya

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

Wirasat

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

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Prada Papua

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Singayaksa

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

Merak Lasem

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Kain Cual

Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Lontara

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

Kalo Sara

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Mahkota Siger

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Merak Ngeram

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

La Galigo

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Sandeq

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Anggrek Tewu

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