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Putro Phang Royal Garden

The Putro Phang Royal Garden in Banda Aceh (photo: Indonesia Kaya)

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).

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Putro Phang Royal Garden

Tourist Attractions in Aceh

Aceh Batik Motifs

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

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

 

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Daun Simpor

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

La Galigo

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

Wirasat

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

Sekar Jati

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

Lipaq Sabe

Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Biji Kopi

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

Parang Seling

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Pisang Bali

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Teguh Bersatu

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Sandeq

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Parang Rusak

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Ikan tambal

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Merak Lasem

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Bultiya

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Sero Tangga

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

Insang Ikan

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Pucuk Rebung Riau

Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and

Taiganja

Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is

Gonggong Siput

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Durian Pecah

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Samudra

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Ukir Sentani

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

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Gamolan

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Kuda Sepasang

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Sekomandi

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Tenun Bima

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Rangkiang

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

Rasamala

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

Tanah Liek

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Tidayu

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Peresean

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

Kalo Sara

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Kain Cual

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Honai

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Pattimura

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

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

Sido Mulyo

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

Daun Sirih

This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional

Kawung

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Ake Patra

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

Prada Papua

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

Tongkonan

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Cengkeh

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of