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Telaga Warna Lake in Dieng

Telaga Warna or Colour Lake (photo: Tyo Koconegoro)

Telaga Warna in Dieng

Telaga Warna or Coloured Lake is a unique lake whose colours change frequently and naturally.  It has a high sulphur level that causes the colour of its waters to change into green, yellow, or sometimes even rainbow-coloured according to the temperature of the water and the angle of the sunshine hitting the water.  Telaga Warna is located at an altitude of 2,000 meters above sea level, and is surrounded by high hills that frame and showcase its natural charms.  The best time to visit the Telaga Warna lake is in the morning, when the air is clear, because fogs will rise from the lake as the day wears on, obscuring the beauty.

Natural Tourism Destination

Telaga Warna Lake in Dieng

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Central Java Batik Motifs

Gurdo Solo

Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,

Sido Mulyo

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

Merak Lasem

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

Parang Seling

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

 

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Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Gonggong Siput

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

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

Samudra

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

Alam Pantai

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

La Galigo

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Parang Rusak

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

Insang Ikan

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Dayak Taghol

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Kawung

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Awan Berarak

Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the

Pattimura

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Merak Ngeram

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Raja Ampat

Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in

Rasamala

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

Srimanganti

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

Kalo Sara

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Kain Cual

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Tanah Liek

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

Tikar Natuna

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

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Sekomandi

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Gamolan

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

Cengkeh

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

Tongkonan

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

Ikan tambal

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

Bultiya

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Honai

The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in

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

Wakatobi

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

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

Tidayu

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

Singayaksa

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

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

Daun Simpor

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

Daun Sirih

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Prada Papua

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Ukir Sentani

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

Kaharingan

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

Wirasat

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

Lontara

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Sero Tangga

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Ake Patra

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Pucuk Mekar

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Tenun Bima

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Taiganja

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Pintu Aceh

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Pisang Bali

This batik motif is usually given by a person to his/her lover who is

Paqbarre Allo

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Desa Na Tolu

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Sandeq

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

Durian Pecah

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