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The Gunongan Park inside the Royal Garden (photo: Acehtourism)
Putro Phang Royal Garden
Putro Phang Royal Garden is a historical legacy of Aceh Darussalam Kingdom. This park was built by Sultan Iskandar Muda (1607-1636) as an expression of his love for his queen, Putroe Phang, who came from the Kingdom of Pahang. This park functioned as the bathing place for the King and the Empress and connected with another site, namely Gunongan Park. Gunongan Park was built to resemble the hills in Pahang, with the intention to heal the Empress’s longing for her hometown in Pahang (which belongs to a Malaysian territory since 1957).
Tourist Attractions in Aceh
Aceh Tsunami Museum
The Aceh Tsunami Museum is a memorial monument of the biggest Tsunami disaster that
Aceh Gayo Premium Coffee Festival
Gayo Aceh Arabica coffee is the best premium organic coffee in the world, recognized by
Baiturrahman Historical Grand Mosque
The Grand Mosque of Aceh was built in 1612 during the reign of
Aceh Batik Motifs
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
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Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
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
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
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
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
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
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
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
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and



