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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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Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
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
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol 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
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and