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Aceh Tsunami Museum

The Aceh Tsunami Museum (photo: Aceh Tourism)

Inside the museum (photo: @travelingyuk)

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.

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Aceh Tsunami Museum

Tourist Attractions in Aceh

Aceh Batik Motifs

Pintu Aceh

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

 

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Dayak Taghol

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

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Merak Lasem

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

Biji Kopi

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Rasamala

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Ukir Sentani

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Peresean

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

Wirasat

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Awan Berarak

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

Honai

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Bale Lumbu

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

Parang Seling

Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Burung Bidadari

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Dayak Kamang

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Tangerang Herang

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

Kain Cual

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

Lontara

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Sekar Jati

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Merak Ngeram

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

Sekomandi

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Kalo Sara

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Gentala Arasy

Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of

Teguh Bersatu

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Cengkeh

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Mahkota Siger

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

La Galigo

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

Gamolan

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

Pattimura

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

Rangkiang

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

Prada Papua

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

Buketan Bali

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Asmat Papua

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

Sandeq

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Daun Simpor

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Pisang Bali

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Ake Patra

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Tenun Bima

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

Ikan tambal

The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is

Tanah Liek

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

Gurdo Solo

Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,

Abimanyu Prince

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Bultiya

The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely

Tongkonan

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Parang Rusak

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Tidayu

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

Kawung

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

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