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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).
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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
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Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Tabir Tanjung
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Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
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
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Malinau Cultural Festival
You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Awan Berarak
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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
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Ake Patra
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Daun Simpor
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Manguni Minahasa
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Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in