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Aceh Tsunami Museum
Aceh Tsunami Museum is a memorial monument of the biggest Tsunami calamity that happened in 2004. The museum was designed by a renowned Indonesian Architect, Ridwan Kamil. The museum is a center for education, exhibitions, disaster mitigation, and emergency shelter when a tsunami strikes.
Tourist Attractions in Aceh
Putro Phang Royal Garden
Putro Phang Royal Garden is an expression of love built during the era of
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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Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
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
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is



