Jogja Java Carnival 2011 confirms Yogya As a City of Culture

Jogja Java Carnival (JJC) in order HUT-255 to the city of Yogyakarta on Saturday (22/10), confirming the existence of the more valued as a cultural city of Yogyakarta. Conceptually, JJC this year raised the power of tradition that is embedded in the old city of Yogyakarta.

Similarly, the Governor of Yogyakarta, Sultan Hamengkubuwono X, expressed as JJC opened in the plaza north of Yogyakarta. "The hope JJC can confirm the character of the city of Yogyakarta as a condition characterized by cultural values​​," said Sultan.

Sultan said the event was JJC add more cultural harmony and tolerance between communities. Multiculturalism was, he added, should continue to be upheld for the harmony for all parties.

He also added, in order to be more colorful and Yogya become livable cities, the arrangement must always involve the community.

Meanwhile, Mayor Herry Zudianto said also that the JJC into a creative arts event that demonstrated the potential of Yogyakarta culture to the world. 2000 both local and foreign artists involved in the JJC. "This is evidence of art and culture are universal to language and communication without borders," he said. In accordance with the theme this time is taken JJC, Magniworld (Magnificent World) or the wonders of the world.

(Read: Wonders of the World Present at Jogja Java Carnival)

Herry explained, packaging carnival this year did not exist in the previous administration. The presence of technology, the composition of shapes, colors, light fused together in an artistic manjadi interesting.

JJC is a carnival activity vehicle that had been held for the fourth time that each peak of Yogyakarta Anniversary celebration in October.

Royal Wedding Procession Preserving Culture Yogya

GKR Bendara peak wedding procession and KPH Yudanegara which took place today, Tuesday (18/10), were considered to undermine the current modernization that has been present in Yogyakarta. Procession Panggih as the culminating event has become a cultural tradition of Yogyakarta Palace evidence preserved until now.

"The procession is very grand Panggih Kraton Yogyakarta and Yogyakarta to be evidence of cultural preservation," said Andi Malarangeng Menpora, after congratulating the bride.

Panggih procession was the procession of the bride and groom meeting, after two days they undergo traditional procession in two different places. The procession is a symbol of the meeting in a sacred bond of marriage for family life someday acquire the best way.

Wedding Procession Coordinator KRT Yudahadiningrat said, the procession begins with a consent granted by the groom at majesties Dalem Penepen Mosque at 7:15 o'clock. Accompanied by his younger brother Sultan HB X, the groom's procession through prayer and the legalization of marriage by Raden Kangjeng prince. Consent granted after this, the procession was held Panggih.

The procession begins with the convergence of the bride and groom from two different places. For the bride the daughter of Sekar Kedaton, while the groom from Ward Kesatrian. Furthermore bride throwing gantal or betel leaf. Then the bride and groom to wash the feet followed by a procession pondhongan. Pondhongan procession is done by the groom and GBPH Suryamentaram that lifts the bride.

The end of the ceremony Panggih marked with the passage of the bride and groom and their parents to the place to receive congratulations. Invited guests including ministers, ambassadors, and other officials seemed swept up in the thick atmosphere of traditional Javanese.

And in the evening, a reception will be held again in Ward Kepatihan Yogyakarta Yogyakarta serving typical dances such as dance and dance Lawung Bedoyo Ageng.

While on this afternoon, the bride and groom will undergo train carnival procession from the Square north to Ward Kepatihan. This carnival will be witnessed by the citizens of Yogyakarta while enlivened with 200 angkringan free.

TIME 2011 puts Lampung on the Tourism Map

With hosting the 17th TIME (or Tourism Indonesia Mart & Expo) 2011 at Bandar Lampung, attended by 76 international buyers from 27 countries, the province of Lampung at the southern-most tip of the island of Sumatra, hopes to have placed Lampung on the international tourism map.

Opening the 17th TIME and the Krakatau Festival at Bandar Lampung on Wednesday 12 October, Governor Sjahroedin said that he hoped TIME will serve as the momentum to boost tourist arrivals to Lampung, making tourism as the primary means in developing the province to benefit the people.” "I believe the event will serve as an eye-opener for the international community on what Lampung has to offer”, he said. TIME is the perfect platform to showcase this new destination’s potentials.

Director General for Tourism Marketing, Sapta Nirwandar agreed that Lampung has plenty of potentials, possessing icons like the Krakatau volcano, the Way Kambas elephant conservation park, the Tanjung Setia world-class surf, although many of its products, Sapta conceded, still need to be developed.

Major infrastructure development that will facilitate access to the province, Governor Sjahroedin said are the planned Sunda Straits bridge linking the islands of Java with Sumatra, as well as the extension of the Raden Inten airport at Bandar Lampung whose runway will be extended to 2500 metres, and further planned in future to be extended to 3,000 metres to become an international airport."

The 17th Tourism Indonesia Mart & Expo (TIME) 2011 was officially opened, held at the Korpri Field, Bandar Lampung on Wednesday evening October 12th, 2011. The official opening ceremony was attended by Marketing Director General of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Sapta Nirwandar, and the Governor of Lampung province, Sjachroedin ZP. The ceremony also marked the grand opening of the Festival Krakatau XXI which is jointly held from 12 to 16 October 2011.

The opening ceremony featured art and cultural presentations of Lampung. The Pan Ensemble Music Sumatera commenced the evening, followed by the contemporary gambus Lunik musical art. Lampung Orchestra Ekhamku presented an elegant sound- harmonization and the Sigeh Penguten gave the welcome dance that absorbed the audience into the beauty of Lampung traditional values, as did the Melinting dance, featuring the graceful movements of a couple of youths.

The 76 Buyers attending TIME 2011 included those from the U.S.A, Australia, Germany and the Netherlands. This year the event was also attended by buyers from new markets such as Slovenia, Slovakia, Greece, the Cezch Republic and Mexico. For this 17th edition, the organizing committee targeted an increase of 15-18% increase over total transactions last year, to reach around US$ 20 million.

TIME 2011 is organized by the Indonesia Tourism Society (Masyarakat Pariwisata Indonesia) and is supported by the entire tourism stakeholders of the country, including the Minsitry of Culture and Tourism, the Provincial Government of Lampung, the Asociation of Indonesia’s Travel Agent (ASITA) the Asociation of Indonesia’s Tour Guide, and the Asociation of Indonesia’s Hotels and Restaurants (PHRI).

Century Buddhist temple-10 Found in Sleman

Four Buddhist temples around the 10th century found in Palgading, Sinduharjo, Ngaglik, Sleman, Yogyakarta. This is the result of findings from the excavations conducted in 2006. The structure of the three temples have been found complete, and one other temple is not complete.

Building area of the temple which has been found is a temple on the south side area of ​​13.23 x 17 meters, the temple in the middle of an area of ​​8.6 x 6.35 meters, and the temple on the north side area of ​​8.85 x 8.85 meters. To the north of the temple, while it is still in the research.

Chairman of the Preservation Hall Excavation and Archaeological Heritage (BP3) DIY, Revelation describes Astuti, excavation of temple has actually been done since 2006. But was stopped in 2010, and only continued again in July 2011.

Early excavations carried out since there are reports of a citizen who found the statue is a symbol Buddhisatwa Awalokiteshwara in the worship of Buddha.

The belief that the temple at the Buddhist temple Palgading is finally strengthened after the discovery of one of the stupa at the temple. Not only that, in the excavation of 2011 is also found punden terraces as well as fragments of pottery that looks are no longer intact.

"Until the end of September, we will continue to conduct excavations. There's more possibility of new discoveries," he added.

Harau Valley, "Yosemite" by Indonesia

Expanse of rice fields, rock climbing, forest nature reserves and waterfalls become one of the natural charm Harau Valley, West Sumatra (West Sumatra). Valley Harau precisely located in the District, Fifty Kota, West Sumatra.

This place is perfect for rock climbers. In fact, most climbers gave the name "Yosemite" was Indonesia because rock climbing is almost like it. Yosemite National Park is a national park in the United States is famous for its towering rock cliffs.

Location Harau Valley can be reached by car in about an hour from the city of Bukittinggi. Entering Harau Valley region has felt the cool air and amazing scenery.

From the road to the waterfall is visible stones challenging rock climbing rock climbing sports lovers. Rock cliffs with a unique shape.

The cliffs surrounding the valley is lush green with trees and rice fields that extend. There are seven waterfalls that flow in different places in the region.

From a distance many found homes shaped the distinctive Minangkabau roof custom home in West Sumatra. Fields and trees combined with a breathtaking scenery.

Expanse of fields flanked by high cliffs straight up about 150-200 meters. The new tourist mining times there must have amazed especially when the fields are yellow. Really beautiful to see.

Harau Valley as well as nature reserves and wildlife reserves. Here many found long-tailed monkeys and gambier plants producing region that could be used for potions menginang betel, raw materials lipstick, and fabric dyes.

Stream waterfall is quite heavy, cold, and clear. For the bath will feel fresh and the body will quickly freeze. In the rainy season water flows will be more swift decline.

Around the waterfall encountered florist ferns that resemble the head monkey monkeys and orchids. The price is much cheaper than Jakarta.

There are unique at this location, the sound of loud screams we will bounce when screaming at the zero point. There is a special area for the shouting that has been marked local tourism agency.

So, if tourists want to spend a sense of stress can shout loud. His voice will bounce with gaungan louder again.

Harau valley is also a destination for students stage cycling race Tour de Singkarak. So many foreign bicycle riders who have visited this beautiful place. Participants of the cycling is certainly invited to visit this valley.

Harau Valley there is also a swimming pool of the stream flowing waterfall on the rock wall. Water housed in a beautiful natural pool below the waterfall.

Tourists can enjoy bathing water directly from water sources. There is also a community-run homestay if you want to stay with a sport rock climbing.

Pemaje Lombok

Excerpted from the book by the work of Ir. H. Lalu Djelenga entitled "Keris in Lombok" about 340 pages / pemaje. Pemaje "It is a special tool to whittle carpenter. But lately, it stems from the rare kris, developed into part of the completeness of the customary dress of Lombok.".
One maker pemaje L. Hadi Rahman (40) said, pemaje not just a tool or a complement to traditional, but also acts as pemaje kris and kris have such prestige depends on the materials used to make these pemaje. besides pemaje substitute one rib symbolizes man to be taken to be bone air. so, which brings pemaje in Lombok are men with tucked way in front on the left. Another philosophical meaning that can be learned from pemaje is: pemaje use ooze (iron on the handle) derived from the brass, brass in Sasak language kuninge derived from the word meaning "watch yourself", meaning that brings pemaje pulled apart as a symbol of man, can also be used to look after ourselves, not to attack or kill. added L. Rahman Hadi.
A similar explanation obtained from RK. Shamsuddin (50) Eggplant Tawah, said Pemaje is a symbolic cultural unconscious can slowly replace the role of ceremonial dagger-indeed because of scarce and prices are very expensive dagger, he also said-as a male, was duly brought iron the disepilkan, bagged or made into knives and pemaje. iron core is carried or attached to a body or bodies. Pemaje in language comes from two words namely Pe like Mojo that if converted into Sasak language (Epean crew) in the Indonesian language to be "possessed by the Agency", the second last syllable of the phrase is actually a kepedekan Java language that is "Repat Ning Atomojo" which means "meeting of the agency" if interpreted to mean something meaningful meetings with agency-placed can be attached or just sealed it. There are many other philosophical meaning that can be learned from this little thing. old people we earlier created the objects and tools such as pemaje this is not just a tool. but that their offspring take-ibaratan lawyer and think about what is contained in the object, (RK. Shamsuddin)

in this modern-paced start pemaje hardly visible presence among the Sasak tribe people as a means of expression and for everyday purposes, because in terms of function pemaje began largely supplanted by the practical tools such as knives made in the store or manufacturer. Pemaje started switching function, a result of tool-craft that have a high aesthetic value, often have magical value and are considered sacred, because the methods and materials are not haphazard alias specific ways and rituals to complete. pemaje with these categories become more valuable and more expensive also very much in demand by collectors or lovers of art even by his own people who believe in the efficacy of these pemaje.

Three Pillar Mosque to be the symbol of religious harmony

Jami'ul Mosque Community, in the village of Karang Pangsor, District Winner, Lombok Timur, built by the three religious groups: Muslims, Hindus, and Buddhists.



"This mosque is the mosque's iconic antarwarga communion, particularly in the sub district of religious antarpemeluk winner. The mosque will not be able to stand without support from elements of the religious community," said the manager of the mosque. Jamaah own Jami'ul means "all the pilgrims."



Icon of religion of the people of communion not only appear later Lombok Jami'ul Jamaah. Common, other mosque building directly opposite the Temple. For example, in the Village Sesaot, District Narmada, West Lombok. Sesaot village consists of five orchard - three orchards populated Muslim and Hindu population of the two orchards.



Nashrudin Mamik Muhdi, Nurul Huda Mosque manager, explained one of the mosques built by Muslims and Hindus is Nurul Huda Mosque which is a large mosque Sesaot Village. "This mosque is the result of the community in the village of innate energy Sesaot. Many Hindus who participate in the development of this mosque. They donated wood, sand, and whatever they have for the development of this mosque, "show the public figure Sesaot Village.



Nurul Huda Mosque is dealt with in the neighborhood Pura Banjar (Hindu settlements) in the Village Sesaot. Despite, there has never been tumult among them. The young Muslims and Hindus mixed, both in sporting activities and everyday interactions. Mamik adding the religious tenets of people could happen because there is high awareness of the community of peaceful coexistence.