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VIVA – Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno visited the Kampong Melayu BML Tourism Village in Pontianak City, West Kalimantan, some time ago. The Tourism Village has fulfilled the assessment standards of the ADWI 2022 jury team.
When arrived, Sandiaga Uno was immediately greeted by the doorstop tradition, martial arts action, and the tradition of sowing yellow rice. The reception for Sandiaga Uno was led by local religious leaders. The Governor of West Kalimantan, Sutarmidji and the Mayor of Pontianak Edi Rusdi Kamtono also accompanied Sandiaga Uno.
Not only that, Sandiaga Uno also follows the rhythm of the Jepen Dance. Jepen Dance is a traditional dance that represents the dynamic, attractive and energetic Malay culture.
In his speech, Sandiaga Uno hoped for the continuation of the government's baton. So, the developments in West Kalimantan could be continued and improved.
"For who? For society. We believe that with togetherness, we will build tourism and creative economy and congratulations on the BML Kampong Melayu Tourism Village," Sandiaga Uno remarked.
Kemenparekraf Sandiaa Uno
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Sandiaga Uno revealed the results of his dialogue with local people who have a canoe rental service business in a tourist village.
“I spoke to Mr. Ian, who owns the canoe. Since it was built, he says his income has increased significantly. Hopefully, it will create a prosperous, just and prosperous Indonesia," Sandiaga Uno remarked.
Kampong Melayu BML Tourism Village is located on the edge of the Kapuas River. The Kapuas River is an important element in influencing the lives of local people. The village offers beautiful natural scenery, but also historical stories of various cultures with different ethnic backgrounds.
To get to Kampong Melayu BML must travel a distance of 16 kilometers or about 30 minutes from Supadio International Airport.
Then, there is the Promenade Waterfront which is an open space area and is currently a place to relax as well as a culinary spot as well as a place for children to play.
In Kampong Melayu BML Village, there are also many arts and cultures, such as Malay martial arts.
There is also a dance that combines four ethnicities, namely Chinese, Dayak, Malay, and Madurese. This dance is the result of a new creation that describes the harmony of the people of West Kalimantan in the heterogeneity of the community.
Tundang (Pantun Gendang) is a traditional art native to West Kalimantan which is performed verbally and accompanied by drums and other musical instruments. Rhythmic-sounding rhymes or rhymes usually convey a message about the circumstances or the surrounding atmosphere.
