The National Capital City Authority (OIKN) is projecting local wisdom in East Kalimantan to attract tourists and make IKN a tourist village and living museum like Bali.
“We are preparing to make a tourist village, which we will name the Living Museum. How local wisdom can still be seen there,” said Deputy for Social and Cultural Empowerment of the Nusantara Capital Authority Alimudin, as reported by Antara, Sunday, August 4, 2024.
One example of local wisdom that will be maintained is the unique culture of the Paser Tribe, an indigenous tribe that inhabits the East Kalimantan region, especially in Paser Regency. Their traditional dances, crafts, and way of life will be showcased in the Living Museum.
He said that the government is committed to helping the Paser tribe continue to exist and that their culture remains despite the construction of IKN in the area.
According to Alimudin, to make the village a tourist destination, they will adopt the concept of a living museum similar to the one in Karangasem, Bali. This concept aims to make the daily lifestyle of the local community can be felt directly by visitors.
Samsara Living Museum in Bali
To understand the concept of a living museum, let’s examine an example already in existence in Bali: the Samsara Living Museum.
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Samsara Living Museum is located in Jungutan Village, Karangasem, Bali.
When entering this place, visitors are greeted by views of the village’s natural forest and traditional buildings made from typical Jungutan Village materials.
Every detail of the buildings is designed to provide an authentic experience of traditional Balinese life. Upon entering the museum, visitors are welcomed with a refreshing tamarind drink and a traditional Balinese sarong that will be worn throughout the Samsara journey.
Visitors can see and learn about various aspects of traditional Balinese life, from handicrafts and dances to traditional ceremonies.
The museum’s entrance ticket is IDR 100,000. The price includes refreshments and Balinese snacks, as well as a tour while learning about the Balinese people’s life cycle.
