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Tin Museum
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(photo: Kumparan)
Tin Museum
Bangka Belitung Province is one of the Indonesian national tin producers. This museum is the only Tin Museum ever built in the world today. Here visitors can not only learn the mining process and various types of tin, but we can also discover the historical development of the tin mining industry in Bangka Belitung.
Tourist Attractions in Bangka Belitung
Tri Agung Buddhist Shrine in Tikus island
Enjoying the beauty of the beach and discovering spiritual tourism, why not?
Tanjung Kelayang Geopark
Could you imagine if a Stonehenge was ever built on the beach?
Cual Woven Textile Museum
This museum is the first and only museum in Pangkalpinang that provides
Bangka Belitung
Batik Motifs
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
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Indonesian
Batik
Motifs
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong