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Tanjung Kelayang Geopark
Tanjung Kelayang Beach (photo: Pesona Indonesia)
Batu Berlayar Island (photo: infia)
Tanjung Kelayang Geopark
Could you imagine if a Stonehenge was ever built on the beach? Tanjung Kelayang Beach, located on the Belitung island, has been designated as the Indonesian National Geopark area. It provides a unique natural panorama of the sea in the form of granite rock towering above the sea. From here, you could also go to Batu Berlayar Island, which is located 15 minutes by boat from Tanjung Kelayang beach. Batu Berlayar island has the best panorama of white sands, towering granite stones, and shallow beach, which makes it a perfect place for snorkeling. You could see a variety of colorful fishes and several big starfishes on the coast.
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Tanjung Kelayang Geopark
Could you imagine if a Stonehenge was ever built on the beach?
Tin Museum
Bangka Belitung Province has the only tin museum ever built today
Bangka Belitung
Batik Motifs
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
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Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
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
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
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
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
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
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
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in