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Torosiaje Coastal Village

Torosiaje Coastal Village (Photo: @Pesona Indonesia)

Torosiaje Coastal Village

This village is one of the most suggested sites of the province.  Torosiaje belongs to Bajo people who have given important meaning to this place. According to them, the ocean is “the main terrace of life” and this way of thinking is completely embodied in this place. This historical village offers unforgetable ecotourism with Bajo community. It is also an interesting nature destination for those who are interested in Mangrove conservation and coastal wildlife. 

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Torosiaje Coastal Village

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Batik Motifs

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Karawo Pinang

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

Karawo Mahkuta

Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

 

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Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Sido Mulyo

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

Prada Papua

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

Gamolan

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

Tongkonan

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Awan Berarak

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Bomba Mawar

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

Angsa Duo

According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess