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Ternate City
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
Again, it is a testimony of the Portuguese colonization of Indonesia. This fort is located near
Kie Matubu Mountain
Being the highest point of North Maluku, from here you can surely enjoy a breathtaking
North Maluku
Batik Motifs
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
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Motifs
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
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
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
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
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
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
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
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