Bogor - Minister of Culture Fadli Zon reviewed the Pasir Angin Site Museum in Cibungbulang, Bogor Regency, Friday, January 16, 2026.
He emphasized that this site stores an important layer of history, but has not been managed to the maximum as a public study space, especially for the younger generation.
Pasir Angin, said Fadli, recorded the long traces of civilization. From the Neolithic era, the classical period, to the colonial. The artifacts are diverse. Starting from sculptures, stone, metal tools, to rare finds, such as gold masks, which are now stored at BRIN Cibinong.
"This is not a single site. Pasir Angin is part of a large historical landscape connected to the Cianten and Cisadane Rivers. The river is the center of life, trade, and civilization," said Fadli.
He emphasized that the value of Pasir Angin lies in its historical continuity. Excavations since the 1970s have proven that this area is inhabited across time. Research was carried out gradually by the National Archaeological Research Center under the leadership of R.P. Soejono until 1975.
In addition to prehistoric and classical remains, this area also contains traces of the 20th century conflict. Fadli reviewed the Japanese Monument, a marker of the battle between Allied and Japanese forces. Its location is in a strategic point that was previously used to monitor military movements.
"This hill is the key position. From here, all areas can be monitored," said Fadli.
The Museum of Wind Sand was originally only a storage warehouse for excavation findings in 1976. Now it is open to the public. However, according to Fadli, this museum needs serious revitalization, both in terms of data, narrative, and presentation.
"The data of the findings must be supplemented. The narrative must be alive. Otherwise, this important site will be lost to time," he said.
The government, continued Fadli, is committed to encouraging revitalization so that Pasir Angin becomes a space for historical education that is relevant and interesting for the younger generation.
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