Bondowoso Regency Emblem

The Bondowoso Regency emblem consists of a golden-yellow shield containing symbolic elements associated with the history, culture, government, and livelihoods of Bondowoso Regency in East Java, Indonesia.

• Banyan tree: The banyan tree symbolizes a government that continually shelters and protects the people.
• Locomotive and smoke: The black locomotive head symbolizes the strength, steadfastness, and courage of the people’s struggle.
• Two cattle: The locomotive’s smoke forms the silhouettes of two cattle facing each other, reflecting local culture and interest in karapan and fighting-cattle traditions.
• White buffalo head: The white buffalo head refers to the historical location of the town during the clearing or early establishment of Bondowoso.
• Cemeti, parang, and tasbih: These are attributed to Ki Ronggo, identified as Bondowoso’s founder. The cemeti symbolizes governmental authority, the parang represents the agricultural character of the area, and the tasbih symbolizes diligent worship and piety.
• Rice, corn, and tobacco leaves: These elements depict the agricultural products and main crops of the local community.
• Golden-yellow shield: The shield symbolizes the unity of the people’s regional defense and the nobility of moral character.

The motto “Swasthi Bhuwana Krta” expresses a struggle and hope for the region’s prosperity and safety. The Bondowoso Regency emblem also reflects the historical association of the regency with Ki Ronggo, whose name is preserved in the identity “Bumi Ki Ronggo.”