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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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Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of