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Aceh Gayo Premium Coffee Festival

The Aceh coffee festival (photo: Banda Aceh Tourism)

Aceh Gayo Premium Coffee Festival

Gayo Aceh Arabica coffee is the best premium organic coffee in the world, as widely recognized by the Specialty Coffee Association of Europe (SCAE). Aceh province government holds an annual festival to celebrate the coffee tradition, called “A Cup of Aceh Coffee, A Million Flavors”. This festival is one of the long-awaited events by world coffee vendors and connoisseurs. In the festival, you could taste some varieties of premium coffee products, such as honey coffee, Aceh traditional coffee of Kupi Khop and Kupi Sareng, palm coffee, Arabica, and Robusta coffee. In 2018, the event was held from the 15th until 17th December 2018. Keep abreast for the next coffee festival in Aceh!

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Aceh Batik Motifs

Pintu Aceh

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

 

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Angsa Duo

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Pisang Bali

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Lontara

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Durian Pecah

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

Honai

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Tenun Bima

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Peresean

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Kuda Sepasang

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

Kawung

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

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

Sekar Jati

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Parang Rusak

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

Wakatobi

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Gonggong Siput

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Sekomandi

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Kain Cual

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Asmat Papua

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Wirasat

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Rangkiang

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Insang Ikan

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

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Kalo Sara

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Ake Patra

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Raja Ampat

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

Sandeq

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Bintik Tujuh

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Leuit Sijimat

This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:

La Galigo

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

Cengkeh

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

Prada Papua

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

Samudra

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Singayaksa

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Kaharingan

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

Tidayu

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

Sero Tangga

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