Cheap flights to Takengon (TXE)

Aside from being the capital of Central Aceh Regency, Takengon is also known as a coffee paradise. The best variant of Gayo Coffee comes from this city’s coffee plantation. The name "Gayo" itself refers to the name of the original Takengon resident commonly called "Urang Gayo", which in ancient Acehic language means "Mountain".

Takengon is on the shores of Lake Lut Tawar, right in the middle of Aceh Province. This city is famous for its cleanliness. This is evident from the achievement of the Adipura Cup for two consecutive years in 2016 and 2017.

Previously, the main way to get into this city was by land transportation. Due to the development of Rembele Airport in 2016, people from out of town can reach this city with cheap airfare to Takengon.

The Most Popular Destinations in Takengon City

Takengon offers beautiful natural beauty. Tourists can prove it themselves by buying flight tickets to Takengon and visit to the following popular places:

1. Kawasan Ekowisata Pantan Terong

Location: Gampong Ulu Nuih, Bebesen, Aceh Tengah.

This tourist area offers the natural beauty of the highlands. From a place called Puncak Pantan Terong, tourists can see the sights of Takengon City and Lake Lut Tawar as wide as possible. While enjoying the beautiful scenery, tourists can warm themselves by sipping the pleasure of Gayo Coffee at the coffee shop here.

2. Danau Lut Tawar

Location: Dataran Tinggi Gayo, Lut Tawar, Aceh Tengah.

This 50 meter deep lake is one of the most popular lakes in Central Aceh. Because it is located at an altitude of 1,200 meters above sea level, the atmosphere of Lut Tawar Lake becomes very calm, clean, and cool. Tourists can pamper their eyes while taking tons of pictures here. Take time to wash your face with lake water to experience the total natural freshness by yourself.

3. Pantai Menye Bintang

Location: Kampung Genuren, Bintang, Aceh Tengah.

This destination is actually a very large lake resembling the sea. In addition, the waves of the lake due to gusts of wind on the mountain tops also look like beach waves. Due to its location on the east of Lut Tawar Lake, this beach view is truly special. Brown sand, turquoise water, and fertile hilly background, ready to pamper visitors' hearts and eyes. Everything looks more perfect if people come here during the Gayo Horse Run.

The Most Popular Places to Eat in Takengon City

The unique taste of Takengon is unique and impress everyone. Enjoy the best culinary experience in the following popular places:

1. Pusat Kuliner Danau Lut Tawar

Location: Dataran Tinggi Gayo, Lut Tawar, Aceh Tengah.

Open every day, 08:00 - 21:00 WIB.

The main attraction of this place is the pleasure of eating a variety of Gayo cuisine on the edge of the most popular Takengon lake. Anyone who eats here will surely be accompanied by a beautiful view of Lut Tawar Lake. Visitors can choose their own fresh fish from the available pool, then ask the restaurant owner to process it with grilled style, soup or stir-fry style. While enjoying the main dish, visitors will also be presented with various Gayo specialties such as Masam Jeng Gayo, Pengat Ikan Depik, Sambal Terong Belanda, and Pucuk Jipang.

2. Tootor Coffee

Location: Jalan Nunang Indah Takengon, Nunang Antara, Bebesen, Kabupaten Aceh Tengah.

Open every day, 10:00 - 23:30 WIB.

The culinary experience at Takengon will certainly not completed without tasting the legendary Gayo Coffee. Tootor Coffee offers authentic pleasure in a tavern with a modern and artistic atmosphere. A small coffee plantation located behind the cafe has a beautiful view for visitors. Visit here will definitely be more fun if you come with close friends.

3. Pasar Paya Ilang

Location: Blang Kolak II, Bebesen, Aceh Tengah.

Open every day, 03:00 - 21:00 WIB.

Central Aceh's unique culinary hunt feels perfect in Pasar Paya Ilang. Here people can find a variety of food choices in a local atmosphere in the middle of a traditional market. A lot of buffet kiosks offer unlimited menus. Visitors can eat it directly in an open area, combined with the hubbub of people who shop for vegetables and fruits. This destination is an interesting breakfast place that must be tried while in Takengon.