Publications
Fasilitasi Penyandang Disabilitas di Halaman Candi Borobudur
Borobudur Temple Compound, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Super Priority Tourism Destination, faces significant gaps in accessibility for tourists with physical disabilities despite having limited facilities. The study highlights that while Zone 1 of Borobudur offers some accommodations, these are insufficient to meet the needs of an inclusive tourism model. Addressing this gap is crucial not only for fulfilling visitors' rights but also for enhancing Borobudur's global standing as both a cultural heritage site and a major tourist destination. The research serves as a foundation for improving accessibility infrastructure, ensuring that Borobudur becomes more inclusive and sustainable in its tourism practices.
In-Fill Design Identification as Preliminary Study of Heritage Site Conservation in Borobudur Area
A critical gap in government documentation and regulation of local architecture surrounds Borobudur Temple Compounds, threatening the preservation of its rural architectural heritage. This study identifies a diverse range of infill designs—including space arrangements, construction structures, and aesthetic elements—through direct fieldwork, digital modeling, and drawing across villages in the area. While most buildings feature gable roofs, notable deviations were observed, highlighting the need for comprehensive documentation to support Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA) processes. The research serves as a preliminary step toward safeguarding Borobudur's unique architectural landscape against urban development pressures.
Active citizen workshop for building capacities of the young people in villages around the Borobudur Temple
An active citizen workshop significantly enhanced the soft skills and confidence of young people living near the Borobudur Temple, one of Indonesia's super-priority tourist destinations. The program, adapted from British Council modules, successfully guided participants to recognize their potential, improve communication, map community challenges, and develop action plans for positive social change. Participants reported increased self-awareness, networking abilities, and motivation for community development, demonstrating the workshop's effectiveness in empowering local youth despite limited direct economic benefits from tourism.
Peningkatan Partisipasi Relawan dan Pelaku Pariwisata dalam Pengelolaan Risiko Bencana di Kompleks Candi Borobudur
A draft Disaster Risk Management Plan for the Borobudur Temple Complex, developed through UNESCO-funded research (2021), highlights the need for broader stakeholder engagement to enhance disaster resilience. The plan, implemented via the digital platform borobudur-drr.id, was limited by insufficient socialization among 53 identified stakeholders—including conservationists, volunteers, and tourism actors—who exhibit diverse educational backgrounds and disaster exposure. Key findings underscore the necessity of forums to align perceptions and foster synergy for effective action plan implementation. This study emphasizes the critical role of collaborative efforts in managing risks at UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Interpretasi Relief Gandawyuha di Candi Borobudur
A comprehensive analysis of the Gandawyuha reliefs at Borobudur Temple Compound reveals rich narratives that encapsulate Buddhist teachings and cultural practices from 8th to 10th century Java. These reliefs, totaling 460 panels across corridors II to IV, depict Sudhana's journey and interactions with wise mentors (Kalyanamitra), offering insights into ancient Javanese society, spirituality, and environmental values. The study identified 128 key panels in corridor II, highlighting themes such as divine love for nature, responsibility, resilience, and collaboration—qualities that serve as educational tools for character development. By combining photographic data with secondary sources, researchers systematically interpreted these reliefs to extract moral and cultural lessons, providing a novel framework for understanding Borobudur's historical and pedagogical significance.
Tourism Development for Taman Wisata Candi Borobudur (TWCB)
Borobudur Temple Compounds, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and iconic Buddhist temple in Central Java, Indonesia, faces the challenge of balancing increased tourism with conservation efforts. The study proposes a sustainable development model that enhances visitor experience while adhering to UNESCO's ethical guidelines. It introduces four key realms—entertainment, education, aesthetics, and escapism—to guide tourism management, aiming to expand Borobudur's cultural value beyond mere visitor numbers. The approach combines literature review with explorative descriptions, focusing on marketing strategies, competition analysis, sustainable visitor experiences, and ethical considerations. This model seeks to preserve Borobudur's historical, religious, and cultural significance while promoting quality tourism for international visitors.
Tourist Experience in Mandala Pepadhanging Jagad Travel Package for Heritage Tourism Development in Borobudur Temple Compound
A positive tourist experience satisfaction was achieved through the integration of selected narratives from Borobudur's legend into tourism practices, highlighting the significance of travel experiences in heritage tourism development. This study focuses on two main aspects: the narratives and their storytelling, including creativity in tour amenities and guide competencies. Using survey and focus group interview methods, the research demonstrates that channeling these narratives can effectively enhance tourist satisfaction while promoting the conservation of cultural heritage. The findings underscore the potential of narrative-driven tourism to inform heritage tourism policies in Indonesia, balancing visitor experience with preservation efforts.
Changing perspectives on the relationship between heritage, landscape and local communities: A lesson from Borobudur
The Borobudur Temple Compound, inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stands as a testament to human ingenuity and cultural significance. This monumental complex, spanning approximately three kilometers with an east-west orientation, encompasses not only the iconic Borobudur but also the smaller temples of Pawon and Mendut. It fulfills multiple criteria for heritage recognition, including representing architectural brilliance, showcasing cross-cultural exchanges, and being intricately linked to historical traditions and beliefs. The site is particularly meaningful to local communities in Indonesia, who trace their lineage back to its builders, reinforcing its status as a symbol of national pride and universal cultural value.
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