The Famous Silver

Since entering Kota Gede area, tourists begin to enjoy various kinds of silver handicrafts at various prices sold at the front part of local people's house, functioning as the gallery at the same time. Most of the houses are in traditional Javanese architecture called Joglo. Silver handicraft is a culture descended by the ancestor to the next generations. Initially, handicrafts in Kota Gede were made of gold, silver and copper. By the time, however, silver is most preferred. For the reason, craftsmen make more silver handicrafts until today. This handicraft is exported to abroad, mainly to Europe. Order is usually increasing by the year end. Please drop by at the gallery to see various kinds of handicraft, ranging from jewelry, silver ornament and utensils that are made with artistic touch of Kota Gede silversmiths. Warm smile and greeting are pleasant reception to begin the exploration through Kota Gede.