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Ternate City (photo: @Ilhamarch/goodnewsfromindonesia)

 Ternate City

As one of the main cities in North Maluku, this city is quite popular among tourists. Located on the slope of the Gamalama volcano, this city offers various activities to do such as tracking on the hill, or you can have a walk around the most important historical spots of the town.

Cultural Tourism Destination

Ternate City

Tourist Attractions in North Maluku

Kalamata Fort

Kalamata Fort

Again, it is a testimony of the Portuguese colonization of Indonesia. This fort is located near

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North Maluku

Batik Motifs

Alam Pantai

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Burung Bidadari

Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an

 

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Motifs

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Burung Bidadari

Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an

Anggrek Tewu

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Parang Rusak

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Daun Sirih

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

Leuit Sijimat

This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:

Taiganja

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Merak Lasem

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Kaharingan

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

La Galigo

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Ikan tambal

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Singayaksa

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Asmat Papua

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

Pattimura

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

Raja Ampat

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Rumah Mamuju

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Pucuk Mekar

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Parang Seling

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Peresean

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Pala Salawaku

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Bomba Mawar

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

Daun Simpor

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Cengkeh

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

Pisang Bali

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Gumin Tambun

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Wakatobi

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Merak Ngeram

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Insang Ikan

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Tongkonan

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Honai

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Kain Cual

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Gonggong Siput

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Tenun Bima

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

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

Durian Pecah

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

Awan Berarak

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Biji Kopi

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

Srimanganti

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Bintik Tujuh

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Prada Papua

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

Rasamala

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

Sekar Jati

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

Sero Tangga

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

Alam Pantai

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Tanah Liek

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

Tubo Kelapa

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