A Whirlwind of Experiences: My First - Three Months in Leipzig, Germany

28 Nov 2023 - New Leipzig Talent 2023

Welcome to HHL Leipzig! Finally I got my VISA (after long and complicated process)

This page will be a lot of stories and pictures. I am so full of new experience in Leipzig, Germany ^^

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OKTOBER

- Hybrid (online) courses

- Airmadidi and around

- 16 Okt I got news my VISA had been released

- 20 Okt I flied to Cilacap (for Visitasi DPT)

- 22 Okt I went to Salatiga

- 25 Okt I went to Jakarta

- 28 Okt I flied to Leipzig!


My heart was bursted!







Terima kasih untuk semua orang yang suda mendoakan dan mengantarkan Pingkan sampai di Bandara Soekarno Hatta.

Writing this reflection on my first-three months in Leipzig, Germany, I am struck by the gravity of the experiences that have shaped my path. The fall of 2023 was like a page out of a fantastical travelogue; it was full of exciting adventures, new cultures, and self-discovery.

The adventure that started in Leipzig ended in Amsterdam after having taken me on a once-in-a-lifetime excursion through Basel, Strasbourg, Brussels, Prague, and beyond. Every place I've been, from the ancient cities' cobblestone walkways to the lively marketplaces bursting with enticing scents, has permanently imprinted itself on my soul.

Witnessing RB Leipzig play was an exhilarating event that encapsulated the passion of German football culture and was one of the highlights of my stay in Leipzig. However, I ventured far beyond the stadiums to discover the very center of Germany, visiting towns and cities such as Dresden, Berlin, Weimar, Halle, and Stuttgart. The beautiful scenery, fascinating history, and welcoming folks made every moment very memorable.

Of course, we had to try some local cuisine while in Germany, and it was delicious. Indulging in the flavors of this lively nation, I chewed on every bite of the robust sausages and delicious pastries. In the midst of all the delicious food, I couldn't help but be captivated by the beautiful sound of the Sape, a traditional Dayaknese instrument. One more thing that enriched my cultural immersion was singing and playing music.

The people I encountered in Germany, though, were the ones who really cemented my experience there in my memory. I formed ties that went beyond boundaries when I celebrated Diwali, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the New Year with people from around the world. Having the chance to celebrate Christmas with Pastor Jonathan and his family was an unforgettable experience that brought so much joy and appreciation into my life.

As part of my quest for self-improvement, I decided to try vegetarianism for 22 days, which broadened my culinary experiences and tested my taste buds. Through Andrea's and the church's warm welcome, I was able to interact with the deaf community and take advantage of the opportunity to study Deutsche Gebärdensprachen DGS Teil 1 in Sprächeninstitut, Universität Leipzig.

Thinking back on my stay in Leipzig, I am incredibly grateful for the incredible memories, the amazing people I met, and the welcoming atmosphere that made me feel at home. Every experience, from the serene halls of HHL to the bustling streets of Leipzig, has been a celebration of the wonders of travel, cross-cultural understanding, and self-discovery.

The chapter of my journey that I shall cherish forever was written in Leipzig, with its rich tapestry of experiences.


Perjalanan Udara dari Jakarta - Istanbul - Leipzig

Wow, kota Halle (?) / Leipzig dari udara di malam hari

29 Oktober 2023 - Puji Tuhan pertama kali sampai di Leipzig Hbf

Dijemput bang Gilbert dan Dhika hehe

30 Oktober 2023 - Hari pertama ke kampus HHL Leipzig ^^

Salah satu teman pertama duduk di sebelah


Pertama kali ketemu Bestie Ruiyun

Uhuyyy


31 Oktober 2023 - ternyata hari libur, Hari Reformasi Gereja. Gereja pertama di Leipzig yang kukunjungi adalah Gereja St. Thomas

Ada patung Johanes Sebastian Bach, komposer terkenal asal Jerman. Ternyata makam Bach ada di gereja St. Thomas ini.



NOVEMBER
Selamat datang bulan November! 














Uhuy, bulan ini juga diriku dan teman-teman pergi ke Praha, Republik Ceko

08 Nov 2023 - Pertama kali makan siang bersama M24 women


Menghadiri peringatan HUT ke-125 HHL Leipzig

10 Nov 2023 - Pertama kali ikut kelas Bahasa Isyarat Jerman


12 Nov 2023 - pertama kali ke LEC


12 Nov 2023 - Pertama kali merayakan Diwali

Asik banget bersama teman-teman ini

12 Nov 2023 - Pertama kali nonton pertandingan bola di Stadion RB Leipzig


16 Nov 2023 - Uhuy! Ketemu Ellen dan Ane dan Laura

17 Nov 2023 - Bangga kuliah di HHL Leipzig ^^

18 Nov - Si paling autumn dah

18 Nov 2023 - Main ke Halle niiihhh



19 Nov - ketemu teman-teman baru di Leipzig

22 Nov - bertamu ke KBRI Berlin

Akhirnya setelah hampir sebulan, makan makanan Indonesia lagi!


23 Nov 2023 - Mampir ke UL buat makan siang di Mensa

25 Nov 2023 - Thanksgiving di tempat Drew


28 Nov - Ke Weimar! Keluar kota ke-2 setelah 1) Halle

Christmas Market pertamaku di Weimar. 2) Leipzig, 3) Dresden, 4) Erfurt, 5) Wittenberg





Brrrrrrrr


30 Nov 2023 - Pre Christmas with Women @HHL


DESEMBER


1 Des 2023 - ini salju lhooo! (dengan Schwibbogen andalan)

2 Des 2023 - Eh ketemu Prof. Kelvin dan ibu

2 Des 2023 - ke Leipzig Weinachtmarkt


3 Des 2023 - ke Dresden! Kreuzkirche 
Beberapa gereja yang sudah didatangi (per 31 Des 2023) 1) St.Thomas Leipzig, 2) St. Michael, Praha, 3) LEC, 4) Kreuzkirche, 5) St. Nikolai Leipzig, 6) St. Lukas Leipzig, 7) Freikirche Goedellering, 8) Nathanielkirche Leipizg


Freunkirche dari atas menara gereja

Asik banget memang teman-teman sekelas ini

5 Des 2023 - Lathan bersama Choir LEC

6 Des - Lunch bersama Ji Ho onnie

7 Des 2023 - Christmas events in HHL


7 Des 2023 - nonton pemilihan Ketua PPI Leipzig, dukung Dhika!

8 Dec 2023 - Christmas with MBA

9 Dec 2023 - Fortune Cookie
 


10 Des 2023 - Rekaman hari Ibu hahaa

10 Des 2023 - Pertama kali ketemu komunitas tuli di Leipzig, Jerman



10 Des 2023 - Terima kasih sudah datang gaes T-T

Bersama coach andalan kami, Damaris


11 Des 2023 - Wrapped up A1 with Prof. Andreas

12 Des 2023 - Ditraktir Prof Vivek 





11 Des 2023 - duh so sweet bingits

Part 2

13 Des 2023 - my secret santa

14 Des 2023 - Business Strategy done

14 Des 2023 - duh repot-repot banget

15 Des 2023 - bersama teman-teman dari Cina dan Taiwan

15 Des 2023 - rekaman buat Natal Kanwil

Bersama Prof. Andy yang juga punya background musik


17 Dec 2023 - Rekaman buat video PT ehemmm pakai noken hehe

15 Dec 2023 - Syukurannya Apurv ne hahhaa

18 Dec 2023 - Duh gausah repot-repot lah Adit ahha

19 Dec 2023 - Ke Wittenberg yes!

21 Des 2023 - Erfurt mantap

21 Des 2023 - ke Erfurt yes

23 Des 2023 - si paling live H-2 Natal

24 Des 2023 - Ibadah pukul 15.30 bersama teman tuli


24 Des 2023 - Malam natal jam 10 malam ibadahnya

25 Des 2023 - Xmas day!

Uhuk batik pink

Christmas meals diundang keluarga Pastor Jon


Menggambarkan banyak hal

25 Des 2023 - diundang Xmas dinner di tempat Alex dan Mansi hehe

26 Des 2023 - diundang Komsel Leipzig ^^

Bersama Pastor Johan



Uhuk! 28 Des 2023 - Leipzig-Stuttgart
29 Des 2023 - Stuttgart - Basel - Stuttgart
30 Des 2023 - Stuttgart - Strasbourg - Stuttgart
31 Des 2023 - Stuttgart - Brussels - Amsterdam
01 s.d. 02 Jan 2023 - Amsterdam - Leipzig

Strassbourg punya ini bos



Ketemu tante Jenni, ibadah 31 Des 2023 di Gereja Kathedral Brussels


Ini salah satu challenge yang menjadi nyata, makan white chocolate di depan Manekin Pis, Brussels

Laporan dengan Bapak dan Ibu Pinwil kesayangan



Laporan dengan pak Kadiv SHC 


Dari Brussels tembus Amsterdam, neduh dulu



HAPPY NEW YEAR 2024

Si paling kembang kembang

01 Jan 2024 - Sape Dayak sudah keliling beberapa negara di Eropa



Makanan pertama di tahun 2024 - Apple Pie

Terima kasih tourguide Rafif

Kita gak tahu apa yang akan terjadi sepanjang tahun 2024
Apakah akan sesuai rencana? Atau Candid tetapi tetap menarik

Intinya sangat bersyukur untuk perjalanan tahun 2023
Luar biasa!
Khususnya Term I di kota Leipzig, Jerman. Puji Tuhan berjalan dengan luar biasa. Siaaappp menambah pelajaran dan pengalaman di tahun 2024, tahun penuh rahmat Tuhan.

Amin.

S O L I D E O G L O R I A


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