The Living Heritage of West Kalimantan Traditional Houses
INFOBUDAYA.NET — In the rich and diverse tapestry of Indonesia’s cultural landscape, the traditional houses of West Kalimantan stand as monumental embodiments of communal life, ancestral wisdom, and architectural ingenuity. Far beyond their function as mere dwellings, these structures are sacred epicenters of cultural expression and philosophical reflection. Shaped by
Echoes of the Ancestors: The Sacred Philosophy Behind Maluku’s Traditional Houses
INFOBUDAYA.NET — Indonesia is a nation woven from the threads of countless ethnicities and traditions, where even a single region can harbor diverse languages, unique culinary expressions, and a variety of traditional houses, each with its own purpose and cultural soul. Among these regions, Maluku stands out with its wide
Tongkonan: A Profound Symbol of Toraja’s Culture
INFOBUDAYA.NET — The Tongkonan is the traditional house of the Toraja people in South Sulawesi, Indonesia, and it stands as a profound symbol of both cultural identity and spiritual philosophy. Rooted in the teachings of Aluk Todolo, the indigenous Torajan belief system, the Tongkonan is not merely a physical shelter
The Sacred Geometry of Bangka Belitung Homes
INFOBUDAYA.NET — Tucked between sea and sky off the eastern coast of Sumatra, the Bangka Belitung Islands are more than a tropical postcard—they are a living archive of Indonesia’s ancestral wisdom. In these islands, traditional houses are not merely places to live but vessels of cultural memory, built with intention
Rumah Betawi: The Fusion of Culture That Produce A Unique Traditional House
INFOBUDAYA.NET — The history of Betawi traditional houses is inseparable from the cultural mosaic that gave birth to the Betawi people themselves. Rooted in the colonial era, the term “Betawi” was derived from “Batavia,” the name for Jakarta during the Dutch occupation. It wasn’t until the 1930 census that Betawi
The Sacred Harmony of Balinese Traditional Houses
INFOBUDAYA.NET — Balinese traditional houses are far more than just physical dwellings. They embody a cultural philosophy that intertwines architecture, spirituality, and nature. Every corner, structure, and ornament in a Balinese home reflects a profound belief in the harmonious balance between humans, the environment, and the divine. This belief is
Rumah Adat Kerinci Khas Jambi Langka!
Masyarakat Kerinci biasa menyebut rumah adat Kerinci sebagai Umoh Laheik, Umoh Panja atau Umoh Larik. Merupakan karya desain arsitektur, ragam hias dan fungsi dari masyarakat Kerinci tradisional, Jambi. Secara turun-temurun tata cara pembuatan diwariskan namun kini keberadaannya terbilang langka. Rumah adat Kerinci memiliki fungsi sebagai Tumbi alias tempat tinggal keluarga.
Pengembangan Wisata Rumah Adat Desa Kalisalak
Rumah adat Desa Kalisalak, Kecamatan Kebasen, Banyumas, akan menjadi pusat pengembangan wisata adat, budaya, dan tradisi. Rumah adat itu terdiri dari tiga bagian utama yakni bangunan untuk perkantoran, balai adat, dan galeri yang berisi benda-benda bersejarah peninggalan Amangkurat I. Kepala Desa Kalisalak mengatakan ada bantuan dari Kementerian Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan

Tirta Empul, Objek Wisata Terfavorit di Gianyar
infobudaya.net – Obyek wisata Tirta Empul Tampaksiring, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali, 35 km timur Denpasar, saat ini ada perbaikan di kolam tempat permandian, masih terfavorit, karena ramai dikunjungi wisatawan dalam dan luar negeri. Wisatawan asing tampak berbaur dengan masyarakat mandi di alam terbuka, meskipun sedikit ada gangguan akibat perbaikan. Turis tampaknya tidak merasa