traditional Acehnese dance

Lampu dance is one of the traditional dances originating from Aceh. this dance is usually only played at the time of receiving the visit of the guest of honor or special guest. in addition to welcoming guests are also often played at the wedding party at the time of welcoming the groom or the bride. in the tradition of welcoming the dancers always present flowers and betel in a special place. betel in aceh language is "ranup" while lampuan is "place or container" to put flowers and betel. The betel is then given to the guests. habits every guest who is given betel will put some money in betel vessel.

dance of lampuan is a traditional aceh dance that has been hereditary and until now the dance is still in play at the reception and at the wedding party. in playing dance tranup lampuan usually accompanied by traditional music instrument caeh is rapai. but because of the development of today's dance is already using audio recordings that have been modification appropriate times.

Ranup Lampuan dance is usually performed by female dancers. The number of dancers usually consists of 5-7 dancers. In the show, the dancers are dressed in a beautiful traditional dress and bringing the master and betel which will be served to the guests. Accompanied by traditional music, they danced with their distinctive moves in front of guests and spectators. Movement in Ranup Dance This ability is usually dominated by gentle movements that symbolize the politeness and sincerity of the dancers. When observed carefully, every movement in this dance has a special meaning in it. Movement of movement such as greeting gestures, picking betel, clean the betel, mengkapukan lime, give gambir and pinang and the last is presenting betel to the guests.