Sumedang - The visit of the Minister of Culture of the Republic of Indonesia Fadli Zon to the Gunung Puyuh Tomb, Sumedang Regency, confirms the position of the site not only as a pilgrimage location, but also an important node in national history. In the tomb complex where Cut Nyak Dien was buried, Menbud Fadli emphasized the importance of making Gunung Puyuh a living space for historical education.
According to Fadli, Cut Nyak Dien is a symbol of uncompromising resistance against Dutch colonialism. Even though he was arrested and exiled far from Aceh, his fighting spirit never faded. "He is a leader of the Aceh War who is persistent in fighting against Dutch imperialism. His struggle lasted for decades," said Menbud Fadli during a pilgrimage, Saturday, January 17.
Fadli highlighted Sumedang as an important part of the history of the end of Cut Nyak Dien's struggle. After being arrested, the national hero from Aceh was taken to Batavia, then exiled to Sumedang. In this city, he was cared for by the local ulama, Ki Haji Sanusi, until his death. "His biography says that Cut Nyak Dien can only communicate in Aceh and Arabic," said Fadli.
In addition to historical value, Fadli encouraged the development of the Mount Puyuh Cemetery area as a local economic driver based on culture. He alluded to the potential for strengthening the narrative of heroism through films and historical content that have raised the story of Cut Nyak Dien. According to him, this approach can expand the attraction of the site while reviving the creative economy of the surrounding community.
The Gunung Puyuh Cemetery Complex is the cemetery of the Sumedang nobility who are on the plateau and are known as the last resting place of Cut Nyak Dien. In this area, the regents of Sumedang and Prince Sugih and his descendants are also buried, making it a religious and historical tourist destination.
The pilgrimage was also attended by the Ministry of Culture, the Sumedang Regency Government, as well as representatives of the museum community. At the end of the visit, Fadli emphasized that the value of Cut Nyak Dien's struggle must continue to be presented in the public's memory so that it is not cut off from generation to generation.
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