A number of seasonal markets in Bireuen are crowded with residents, meat prices range from 170 - 180 thousand Rupiah.

A number of seasonal markets in Bireuen are crowded with residents, meat prices range from 170 - 180 thousand Rupiah.

Ahead of Eid al-Adha, a number of seasonal markets on Meugang Day in Bireuen Regency, Aceh Province, were busy with residents, Sunday, 16/06/2024.

Residents flock to a number of seasonal markets that sell meat on Meugang just to buy beef, fish, shrimp and other necessities to welcome the Eid al-Adha holiday.

The enthusiasm of the public to buy necessities for the Eid al-Adha holiday can be seen at the seasonal markets on the ex-railway roads in Kota Juang Bireuen, Peusangan, Gandapura, Kuta Blang and Peudada.

The dense population in the area causes traffic flow to appear congested, and even a number of traffic police are seen busy directing traffic to ease the congestion.

Meanwhile, the price of beef during the Idul Adha holiday in the center of Bireuen City, Aceh Province, reached IDR 170 thousand to IDR 180 thousand per kilogram. The parts of Gampong cattle that are sold include rib bones for IDR 120 thousand/Kg, liver IDR 150 thousand/Kg, bones IDR 120 thousand/Kg, spleen IDR 70 thousand/Kg.

Furthermore, the price of milkfish reaches IDR 35 thousand/Kg, medium vaname shrimp IDR 90 thousand/Kg, large vaname shrimp IDR 100 thousand/Kg and tiger prawns IDR 150 thousand/Kg.

The meugang tradition in Aceh is a tradition that has existed since the time of the Aceh Sultanate, where people bought and served meat to family and relatives before Hari Raya.

This tradition symbolizes togetherness, prosperity, and spiritual and physical preparation for Hari Raya. Eating meat on meugang day is believed to bring blessings and abundant fortune, so many are willing to spend more money to be able to enjoy it.

The meugang tradition in Aceh is a form of local wisdom that enriches the culture and social values ​​of the local community.