Central Java Provincial Government Hopes That The 2024 Borobudur Marathon Will Increase Tourist Visits

JAKARTA - The Central Java Provincial Government expects Borobudur Maraton 2024, which runners from various parts of the country and abroad can increase tourism visits to Borobudur Temple, especially and Central Java, this event will be held on Sunday morning, December 1.

"In addition to being a gathering place for athletes, the activities that are held once a year are also to boost tourism and the regional economy," said Acting Governor of Central Java Nana Sudjana as quoted by Antara in Magelang, Central Java, Sunday.

According to him, this event is not only a sports competition, but also an icon of sports tourism that encourages interaction between culture, nature, and runners from abroad.

He conveyed that the success of this event had a positive impact on the surrounding community with the increasing demand for accommodation and facilities enjoyed by participants, as well as improving the local economy.

The Central Java Provincial Government, Bank Jateng, the Borobudur Maraton Foundation, and the Kompas Daily have again collaborated to organize the Borobudur Marathon 2024 Central Java Bank.

The event successfully won more participants with a total of 10,500 participants, with national and international runners from 28 countries, making this race one of the most prestigious.

This year, Bank Jateng Borobudur Marathon 2024 has the theme 'Run On, Mark It!' which emphasizes that running competition is not only a sport activity, but also a journey to find and recognize identity. With this spirit, participants are invited to make every trajectory a symbol of the struggle towards new achievements.

One of Borobudur Maraton's sponsors, Etawalin, a goat milk brand, is part of an event that promotes a healthy and active lifestyle, the 2024 Borobudur Marathon.

President Commissioner of PT Etos Kreatif Indonesia, Mukit Hendrayatno, conveyed that Etaawalin's support for this international running event is in line with his vision and mission to encourage public fitness through quality nutrition.

According to him, Borobudur Maraton has an increasing attraction amid public awareness of the importance of physical activity and disease prevention.

He said Borobudur Maraton now holds the World Athletics Labels, because it always presents quality operations with sterile routes and magnificent views of Borobudur Temple.