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Yogyakarta Sultanate (photo:@Basukisucipto)

Outer Hall in the Yogyakarta Royal Palace (photo: Pesona Indonesia)

Yogyakarta Royal Palace

It is the Sultan’s Palace, located right in the middle of Yogyakarta city. Here people can experience the royal atmosphere and witness the royal heritage stored since the foundation of Mataram Empire in 1755. Several cultural celebration events are held regularly in the royal palace. Here, you are not only experiencing life-size diorama of royal lifestyle but occassionally you could also to its wonderful royal wedding ceremonies and watch traditional wayang puppets performance on the palace meeting hall.

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Yogyakarta Royal Palace

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Batik Motifs

Abimanyu Prince

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

Kawung

The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for

Wirasat

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

Parang Rusak

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

 

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Dayak Taghol

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Merak Ngeram

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

Merak Lasem

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Pattimura

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Prada Papua

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Rasamala

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Daun Sirih

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Wirasat

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

Rangkiang

The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes

Lontara

The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that

Singayaksa

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Sero Tangga

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

Insang Ikan

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

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

Alam Pantai

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

Durian Pecah

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

Taiganja

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

Kalo Sara

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Sandeq

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Ake Patra

Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Daun Simpor

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Wakatobi

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Tanah Liek

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Karawo Pinang

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

Srimanganti

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Tenun Bima

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and

Anggrek Tewu

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

Kaharingan

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Raja Ampat

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Teguh Bersatu

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Tongkonan

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Pisang Bali

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Mahkota Siger

Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and

Kuda Kupang

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Sekomandi

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Sekar Jati

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

Kawung

The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Biji Kopi

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

Awan Berarak

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Asmat Papua

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Buketan Bali

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Gamolan

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Samudra

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