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World’s Coral Triangle – Bunaken Marine Park

Diving spot at Bunaken Marine Park (Photo: @Pesona Indonesia)

World’s Coral Triangle – Bunaken Marine Park

Bunaken National Park is a marine park located in North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Bunaken lies in the center of the World’s Coral Triangle, which is the habitat for 390 species of coral reefs, various species of fish, molluscs, reptiles and marine mammals. Bunaken National Park is representative of Indonesia’s marine ecosystems, including sea grasslands, coral reefs and colorful fishes.

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Batik Motifs

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Tari Kabasaran

the Kabasaran dance is a sacred dance performed in the

Manguni Minahasa

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

 

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Buketan Bali

The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is

Honai

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

Parang Seling

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Burung Bidadari

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

Kaharingan

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Kuda Sepasang

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

Alam Pantai

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Pisang Bali

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

Ikan tambal

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Prada Papua

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

Daun Simpor

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

Sandeq

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

Peresean

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

La Galigo

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Ukir Sentani

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

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Daun Sirih

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Bekantan Pakis

This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in

Gamolan

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Anggrek Tewu

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

Asmat Papua

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

Kalo Sara

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Sekomandi

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Tidayu

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

Tenun Bima

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

Cengkeh

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Kain Cual

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Merak Lasem

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Sero Tangga

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Tongkonan

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Jumputan Bintang

The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Rasamala

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Angsa Duo

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Durian Pecah

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

Raja Ampat

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Pattimura

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

Sekar Jati

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Samudra

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Taiganja

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Wirasat

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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