JAKARTA - The Minister of Culture of the Republic of Indonesia, Fadli Zon, together with the Acting Governor of South Sulawesi, Fadjry Djufry, inaugurated Leang-Leang Archaeological Park, the Leang-Leang Information Center, and Virtual Reality facilities in Maros Regency, South Sulawesi.
In his remarks, Fadli Zon appreciated the beauty of the Leang-Leang area located in Bantimurung District, Maros Regency. He called this area one of Indonesia's world-class tourist destinations.
'Leang-Leang is not only a national wealth, but also a world wealth. This area has more than 700 caves with ancient paintings, each of which is named based on local naming," said Fadli Zon.
According to him, the paintings in the cave are clear evidence that Indonesia has one of the oldest civilizations in the world. The more Indonesians have to know and visit this place," he added.
The inauguration ceremony was also enlivened with various activities, including rock tools and rock art (rock art) experiments. In addition, a dialogue was held with the cultural conservation community from Maros and Pangkep Regencies. As part of the preservation of nature, event participants helped plant endemic trees in the Leang-Leang area.
Fadli Zon emphasized that the spectacular karst area in Leang-Leang offers a unique atmosphere, making it a leading destination for cultural and natural tourism. The presence of the Leang-Leang Information Center in the region will also facilitate publication and promotion to international levels.
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Leang-Leang is a world-class tourist destination. If in Italy there is Pompeii or Petra in Jordan, Leang-Leang is much older and has extraordinary historical value," explained Fadli Zon.
He also added that the government will continue to collect data and provide space for research in this area, which is considered an important part of the journey of human civilization.
Fadli Zon emphasized the importance of cooperation between provincial governments, districts, universities, and local communities in maintaining and developing this area as a leading tourist destination for South Sulawesi.
With its rich culture and history, Leang-Leang is expected to be able to attract the attention of tourists from all over the world as well as strengthen Indonesia's position as a country with the legacy of the oldest civilization in the world.
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