Sunday, April 28, 2013

Half a century they have been through

In 2012 they were both 50 years old. Half a century they spent traveling the country in coloring. Age are increasingly creeping twilight, but for them this is just the beginning of the age of real life journey. Continue working and the surge in gold ink depicts the life history of the nation. Not only be a marker of time, but it becomes a pride not for the devotion heartfelt agony for the sake of the greatness of Mother Earth. Those aged half a century are:
1. Bung Karno Main Stadium
Bung Karno Main Stadium is a multipurpose stadium that is part of a sports complex Bung Karno Stadium. The stadium is commonly used as an arena football game international level. The stadium is named in honor of the first president of Indonesia, who is also the leader who coined the idea of ​​the construction of the sports complex. In order to de-Soekarnoisasi, the New Order era, the stadium's name was changed to Senayan Main Stadium. After the passing of the wave of reform in 1998, the stadium name was returned to its original name through a Presidential Decree. 7/2001. With a capacity of about 100,000 people, the stadium, which began construction in mid-1958 and the completion of its first phase in the third quarter of 1962 is one of the largest in the world. Ahead of the Asian Cup 2007, performed at the stadium renovation that reduced the stadium's capacity to 88,083 spectators.
The sports hall was originally built as a complete infrastructure and facilities in order ASIAN GAMES 1962 began to open and unveiled since the date of August 24, 1962 which was held in Jakarta. Its construction was funded by a soft loan from the Soviet Union amounted to 12.5 million U.S. dollars which certainty is obtained on December 23, 1958. And of course, with the substantial funds that make this sport galanggang as the biggest football stadium in Indonesia. Until now, Gelora Bung Karno stadium is the only truly international standard in Indonesia.
2. Koes Plus (d / h. Koes Brothers)
1960, Koes Brothers formed. They practice every day. Musical equipment purchased from Tuban, East Java; amplifier her wearing Robin brand of Jakarta. Their home on the road Hammel III, No.. 14, Block C, new Kebayoran, South Jakarta was changed crowded every afternoon as people gathered to hear the beat of the music. It is complained of their father, Koeswoyo, arguing that music can not make people prosperous, but was ignored by his brothers Tony and others. They continued to play music. Koes Brothers have never competed in the festival band. They have not dared to compete with bands that have better equipment. One of them Teenager's Voice who have handsome vocalist: Sophan Sophiaan. In 1962, an idea came to mind that Koes Brothers Tony entered the studio. Requirement: Koes Brothers must create and sing their own songs. 1960s indeed many famous singers but only with other people singing, Koes Brothers want to challenge the practice.
Tony then concentration to create a song. Within a week, he managed to create two tracks: Weni and Bowled. Djon recorded with a Grundig tape recorder at the plate. The recordings are sent with a letter of application to the PT rhythm, famous record company at that time. Jack received the recordings lesmana and Suyoso, boss PT rhythm. They became interested and give terms, "If you can create a song within two weeks of this, I will provide the opportunity for you to recording." Two weeks later, Koes Brothers came with their songs. The next night, they immediately recorded. Koes Brothers name was changed to Koes Brothers. Personnel: Djon (bass), Tony (melody / piano), Yon (vocals), Yok (Rythim / vocals), Jan. (guitar), Nomo and Iskandar (drums). Nomo helped Iskandar because not too adept at playing the drums. Jan and Iskandar are their neighbors.
In 1963, the first record Koes Brothers album came out. Filled 12 songs, including: Weni, Enchanted, School Bus, Twilight, and Silent Lake. Their songs are widely circulated to the ears of listeners on Radio Republik Indonesia (RRI) and Air Force radio. In 1964, Sukarno's government issued a policy to prohibit the development of western culture. One was the development of rock n'roll music, music in the language of President Sukarno called cacophonic-ngok. Western culture is considered to damage young eastern and eliminate the national culture.
The policy was violated several times by Koes Brothers. They still have a gig there a few times though prohibited. Finally, on Tuesday, June 19, 1965, Toni, Yon, Yok, and Nomo was arrested by the government after the first interrogation by the prosecutors. Their songs are also banned. The fans could only hear their songs on the radio Singapore and Malaysia. On 30 September 1965, Koes Brothers released from prison. Though free, they are still not allowed to perform and have to go through to report. Equipment was also confiscated their music, so they can not practice and gig. Several months Koes Brothers vacuum.
Miracle came in 1966, Koes Brothers symbolized as a symbol of freedom from government tyranny old order. They are occasionally invited to perform at the event, held student or organization. Even in August 1966, Koes Brothers toured in Java and Bali. The money from the tour and then bought a house of 500 square meters on the river Pawan 21, Block C, Kebayoran. In 1967, Koes Brothers released two albums on the record: Make your flock and I So Called To Tell The Guilties, each containing 12 tracks. In 1969, Nomo opt out and become an entrepreneur working for living expenses after marriage. In lieu of Nomo, come Murry. Koes Brothers had changed its name to Koes Plus.
3. Merpati Nusantara Airlines
A capital of 10 million dollars and six aircraft, Merpati Nusantara Airlines started its business as an air bridge that connects the remote places in the Kalimantan region. Since its establishment, dated 6 September 1962, until now, Merpati have ups and downs. "Nusantara Air Bridge". This mission laden indeed often squeezed problems. Pigeons "born" under Government Regulation (PP) No.19 of 1962 which set the state of incorporation and the regional air transportation versatile Merpati Nusantara airlines, also called PN Merpati Nusantara. The state has a level playing field, covering the implementation of air transportation in these areas and flying versatile and promote all things related to air transport within the meaning of the broadest. Intent and purpose is in order to participate in developing the national economy in the air transport sector with the interests of the people.
Initially, Merpati has a fleet of de Havilland Otter/DHC-3 four units and the Dakota DC-3 two units, which is the grant of a plane Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU). As it is known, the initial capital firm pecuniary long Rp10 million dollars. The pilots and technicians supplied from the Air Force, Garuda Indonesia (Garuda Indonesia Airways first), and other civil aviation companies. As managing director, appointed Air Commodore Henk NLI Adiputro (1962-1966), in charge of only 17 personnel. Several months later, in 1963, Merpati flight was not only in Borneo, but also flying the route Jakarta-Semarang, Jakarta-Tanjung Karang, and Jakarta-Balikpapan. 1964, Merpati took delivery of all concessions and operation, as well as ownership of a former aircraft carrier Netherlands NV de Kroonduif of Garuda. The transfer is done, the grounds Garuda is developing activities to become a national and international flag carrier. The grant is a three-plane Dakota DC-3, two Twin Otter and the Beaver. With a fleet of 12 aircraft, Merpati began to grow. The flight began reaching Papua (Irian Jaya), Sumatra and West Nusa Tenggara. With growth, the pigeon sees the need to strengthen its fleet with the addition of three Dornier DO-28 and six Pilatus Porter PC-6. However, there are several previous aircraft can no longer be operated so effectively Merpati fleet of 15 aircraft. Merpati also increased the number of employees, to 583 people.
4. Televisi Republik Indonesia (TVRI)
Televisi Republik Indonesia (TVRI) was the first television station in Indonesia, which airs on August 24, 1962. Broadcast premiere aired Ceremony of 17th Independence Day of the State Palace in Jakarta Indonesia. This broadcast is still in the form of black and white. TVRI then covering the activities ASIAN GAMES held in Jakarta. TVRI first ever serve ads in a special show with the title of the show Where Love Commercial Press (twice a day). In the 80s and 90s are not allowed to show ads TVRI, and finally back TVRI ads. TVRI status currently is Public Broadcasting. TVRI partially operational costs are still borne by the state. TVRI television monopoly in Indonesia before 1989 when it established the first private television station RCTI in Jakarta, and SCTV in 1990 in Surabaya.

    
In 1961, the Indonesian government decided to put the project into the television media ASIAN GAMES IV development project under the coordination of the affairs of the Asian Games IV project.
    
On July 25, Minister of Information issued Decree No. Menpen. 20/SK/M/1961 on the establishment of the Preparatory Committee for Television (P2T).
    
On October 23, 1961, President Sukarno, who was in Vienna to send a telex to the information minister at the time, to immediately prepare Maladi television projects (at the time of preparation time only 10 months) with the following schedule:

    
Build a studio in the former AKPEN in Senayan (TVRI now).
    
Build two transmitters: 100 watts and 10 Kw with 80 meter tower.
    
Preparing software (programs and personnel).

    
On August 17, 1962, TVRI broadcasts began a trial with the Independence Day event on page XVII RI Merdeka Palace in Jakarta, with 100 watts transmitter power reserve. Then on August 24, 1962, TVRI airs for the first time with a live broadcast of the event opening ceremony of the Asian Games IV Gelora Bung Karno main stadium.
    
On October 20, 1963, issued Presidential Decree. 215/1963 on the establishment of Yayasan TVRI with President General Government.
    
Initiated in 1964 began construction of Regional Broadcasting Station began with station TVRI Yogyakarta, which successively followed by Station Medan, Surabaya, Makassar, Manado, Denpasar, and Balikpapan.
1974, TVRI converted into one part of the organization and work procedure Ministry of Information, which was given the status of Directorate, directly responsible to the Director General of Radio, TV and Film, Ministry of Information of the Republic of Indonesia. Government as a communication tool, the task of conveying information about the TVRI is the policy of the Government to the people and at the same time creating a two-way traffic (two lanes of traffic) from the people to the government for not discredit the efforts of the Government. At outline the Government's policy objectives and programs is to build the nation and state of Indonesia which modern society that is safe, fair, orderly and prosperous, which aims to every citizen of Indonesia received his physical and mental well-being spiritual. All the wisdom of the government and its programs must be translated through broadcasts from studios based in the capital TVRI and regional fast, precise and well.
All the good implementation of TVRI in the capital and in the regions should be putting pressure works to integration, so that TVRI became a well-integrated mass media (mass media well-integrated) Government. 1975, issued Decree No. Menpen. 55 Material siaran/KEP/Menpen/1975, TVRI has dual status other than as a foundation as well as the Directorate Television Television RI, is being applied to the management office management / bureaucracy.
5. VIVA COSMETICS (d / h. PT. VITAPHARM INDONESIA)
At the end of 1961, there were five pals were each named HM Hoesin Alhamid, Nehemiah Pesik, Drs. Wim Kalona, ​​Apt; Drs. Estefanus Looho, Apt, and Drs. Hok Soen Gouw, Apt; has agreed to set up a pharmaceutical plant in Surabaya. To realize their determination, founded PT. Indonesian General Producing Centre located at Jl. Rubber 80-86 Surabaya, which was inaugurated in front of a notary Mr. Oei Djie Day, on April 30, 1962. Then, in June 1962, with the merger of the business diperluaslah Dr. Tio Tiong Hoo, specifically leading manufacture of cosmetics. Two years later, on June 13, 1964, their company name was changed to PT. Factory Pharmasi "VITA". Why use the name "VITA"? Selected the name "VITA" because it deals with VITAMINS, because at first that became the company's main production is drugs, while VIVA cosmetics is still a by-product. The company is large and growing, capital is always increasing. But, at the end of 1966, the Government took a decisive action in the field of monetary, such as "cutting" of money, which a thousand dollars to a dollar. Although a small capital, but production continued to increase, growing and marketing any product priorities began to shift, and eventually became the main production of cosmetics from PT. Factory Pharmasi "VITA".
Then managed to get to the heart because the people in Indonesia, and the demand is constantly increasing, then in 1973, in Long Road Jiwo, Surabaya, PT-built factory. Factory Pharmasi "VITA" new with VIVA Cosmetic products. Process of moving from the old plant to the new plant took a year ie in the year 1974 to 1975. Then right on Thursday, July 24, 1975, by M. Yusuf, Minister of Industry and Mohammad Noer as Governor of East Java at the time, inaugurated the factory PT. Factory Pharmasi "VITA" new. Then in 1983-1984, join Djoenaedi Joesoef, who is also the owner of PT. Konimex, Solo became the largest shareholder in the company. Nothing has changed other than the change itself, because it is a form of process over generations to welcome the developments and changes in the business world, then in 1998, the company changed its name to PT. Vitapharm until this moment.
Well hopefully this piece of writing I can add to the repertoire of our knowledge about the history of our beloved country. Hopefully mereka2 half a century old in 2012 can be more work and achievement to carve gold ink in upholding the banner of the flag was to be more proud of Indonesian citizens ... Bravo!

Malin Kundang Story

Cultural diversity shelter under the umbrella of the motherland makes Indonesia is not only rich in tradition, but also filled with a variety of legends and folklore. The story behind the legend and the folklore must have slipped a moral message and its own philosophy. As can be inferred from the story of Malin Kundang.
In ancient times there lived a widow named Mande Rubayah. Mande Rubayah had a son named Malin Kundang. They lived in villages Sweet Water Beach, Padang - West Sumatra. Their economic condition has deteriorated after her husband went sailing and never come back again. Mande Rubayah Kundang forced to raise with his own sweat. Malin Kundang very loved by his mother, he's a smart kid but a little naughty. One day, when Malin was chasing chickens, she tripped over a rock and hit a rock right arm injury. The wounds became trace dilengannya and can not be lost.
After Malin grew up, he decided to earn a living outside the island because not bear to see his mother drudge for families turn. Originally mother disagreed considering her husband had never returned after wandering. In the end his mother allowed because Malin insisted to go wander.
Malin Kundang boarded a merchant ship. Over at Malin learn about cruise ships. Many islands are traversed by Malin, until eventually boarded a ship hijacked by pirates Malin. Malin hiding behind a timber ship, all crew killed in the pirate attacks. Malin bobbing in the middle of the sea, and eventually he was stranded on an island. The island is very fertile because citizens are persistent in the work. With a potluck power, Malin walked toward the city.
On this island Kundang working diligently, until finally he was rich and marry a woman who maketh wife. Malin has a merchant ship and a few men. Wealth Kundang finally heard by the mother, Mande Rubayah. Mande very happy to hear the news that his son had succeeded. Since then Mande Rubayah always waiting at the dock to witness his son home.
After a long marriage Malin finally decided to go sailing with his wife and his children. Sure enough, shortly Malin to the island of his birth. The mother saw from afar two men were standing on the boat and Mande Rubayah sure that the child and his wife.
Malin Kundang mother had approached the ship in order to be sure that it was his son. By the time the boat approached, Mande Rubayah increasingly convinced that he is Kundang after seeing the scars on the boy's right arm. He approached and said, "Malin Kundang my son, why did you go so long without giving news of your mother?" While holding his son. But look at the old lady dressed shabby and dirty hug, Malin became angry, when Malin knowing that it was his mother. Malin angry because embarrassed his wife and his children. Because treated as such, Mande Rubayah angry with Malin Kundang. He prayed if it is true he Kundang curse him into stone.
Malin Kundang back sailing in the middle of the road and a big storm destroys the ship occurred, the mother answered prayer, slowly Kundang rigid body and turned to stone. Until now Kundang Stone can still be seen at Sweet Water beach, in the southern city of Padang, West Sumatra.

Itiak Lado Mudo Padang

For some culinary connoisseurs West Sumatra, Itiak Lado Mudo is not something strange anymore. Young duck curry marinated in green chili sauce does offer a full superb taste. Sensation of savory spiciness difficult to be forgotten. That is a mainstay Eating curry Itiak Lado Mudo the canyon Sianok, Bukit Tinggi West Sumatra. Stalls are located in the canyon-Binuang it not only has a delicious recipe handed down incredible. But also offers a great view as it is located just below the canyon Sianok beauty. Culinary charm and beautiful scenery offered to be the main attraction for this restaurant.
Spicy sensation of Itiak Lado Mudo is of course produced from chili that is used to soak the duck. Every single imaginable ducks cooked with 0.5 kilograms (5 ounces) dried green chili. If the analogy of the duck tail is cut into 4 servings, each one 1.25 ounce pieces, cooked with chili. Spicy generated also was in contrast with the cold sensation of Bukit Tinggi.
Lado Mudo Itiak secret delights is certainly not only found in chili peppers that are used, but also other spices into the seasoning mixture. The seasoning consists of onion, garlic, turmeric, galangal and chili mashed together. In addition, the selection of the right ducks also become the key cuisines. Duck is a duck who selected young 6 months old. That's because the old duck meat more tender. Ducks that have been cut and cleaned to remove burnt feathers attached. After that, duck boiled with seasoning blend for 48 hours or one full day and one night. It made the flavor was really seep into the meat layer.
Simply spend 25 thousand dollars to be able to eat one serving of green Lado Mudo Itiak delights in this restaurant. Restaurants that have been established since 1968, is a family owned and Anwar Nur'aini that initially only sell pecel rice cake. Starting from trying to preserve family recipes, this couple is selling food to the neighbors. Promotion is done well only by word of mouth. However, due to the delicacy Itiak Lado Mudo famous and visited by many people. Even the restaurant was already used as a reference refeerensi culinary tourism in West Sumatra.
Lado Mudo Itiak enjoy in house owned by Mrs. Nur'aini Eating this is like no other. Although it's been a lot of restaurants with a similar recipe, but remain loyal customers enjoy the food at Bu Nur'aini. Besides recipes and proven hereditary delicacy, enjoyed Itiak Lado Mudo in this place feels complete coupled with cool charm and beauty of the canyon Sianok.

Who are the real nation of Indonesia?

Who are the real nation of Indonesia? There are many ways / versions to explain the answer to this question. Of all the versions, if the ancestor keseluruhannnya thinks the same people who now inhabit the Indonesian archipelago is a nation of immigrants. Archeology and genetics research provides strong evidence if the Indonesian nation ancestors migrated from Asia to southern Asia. Indonesian people probably are not aware if the difference in skin color, ethnicity, or language does not cover up the fact that a nation has the same family, namely the Austronesian family. If you look at the record of research and scientific study of the origin of a nation, whether the Indonesian people realize if they originate (offspring) from the same ancestor (one family)?
Topics in this article has been often discussed in the previous print and electronic media, including several written by bloggers. Too bad in every writing does not give any confirmation but just general information. In principle, by tracing the origins of a nation, at least it will be known picture of thinking, understanding, or perception of the attitudes of a nation.
Tracing the origins of a nation does not require more than a science of anthropology, but has entered into the realm of the science of genetics. At first, penelurusuran only based on archaeological evidence and narrative patterns of the language. Recent findings is surprising because the overall change in the facts of the past if this ancestor for Indonesian people not from Yunan.
Early Theories About YunanTheory of the origins of early amid Indonesian nation advanced by the ancient historian and archaeologist from Austria, which Robern Barron von Heine Geldern or better known as von Heine Geldern (1885-1968). Based on in-depth study of the megalithic culture in Southeast Asia and some areas in parts of the Pacific inferred that in the past there has been a displacement (migration) in waves from northern Asia to the southern part of Asia. They are then inhabited the region in the form of islands stretching from Madagascar (Africa) to Easter Island (Chile), Taiwan, and New Zealand, hereinafter called the region culturally Austronesian regions. Theory of the Neolithic culture and Austronesian is very popular among anthropologists to explain the mysteries of the migration of nations in the Neolithic period (2000 BC to 200 BC).
Von Heine Geldern theory of Austronesian culture inspires thoughts about family culture Yunan (China) that went into southern Asia to Australia. One of them also thought if the underlying Indonesian nation ancestors originated from Yunan. This theory is still very weak (less accurate) because it is only based on the evidence of the physical similarities such as the findings of archaeological objects or megalithic culture. This theory is also very easy to be debated after the discovery of the records in Borneo (Kalimantan), North Sulawesi, and Sumatra conflicting with theory Out of Yunan. Unfortunately, there are still a lot of basic education in Indonesia, which still maintains the principle of 'Out of Yunan'.
Linguistic TheoryTheories about the origin of the Indonesian nation then rests on the study of linguistics. Of the overall language used in the archipelago tribes have the same family, namely rumun Austronesian. The root of the whole branch of the language used ancestors settled in the archipelago comes from the Austronesian family in clumps known as Formosa or Taiwan. Linguistic theory opens new thinking about the history of the origins of the Nation Indonsia approach called 'Out of Taiwan'. This theory proposed by Harry Truman hereinafter Simandjuntak fundamental theories on the origins of the modern nation of Indonesia.
In principle, according to linguistic approaches, the origin of a nation can be traced through the pattern of the spread of the language. Approach to linguistic science supports the fact spread the Austronesian family of nations. The term actually refers to the Austronesian language speakers understanding. Archaeological evidence to explain an Austronesian peoples in the islands where Formosa (Taiwan) has existed since 6000 years ago. Of the island Formosa later Austronesian peoples spread to the Philippines, Indonesia, Madagascar (Africa), to the Pacific region. Nevertheless, the approach of linguistic science is still not able to answer the mystery of migration from China to the islands of Formosa.
Genetics Theory ApproachTheory approach 'Out of Taiwan' seems increasingly stronger after accompanied with proof of a genetic match. Genetic research conducted on thousands of chromosomes do not find a match with the genetic pattern in the Chinese territory. This finding is surprising because the course is considered to decide the alleged wave of migration from China, including the approach of 'Out of Yunan'. In contrast, the genetic pattern match was even more strengthened approach 'Out of Taiwan' previously also used as a rationale approach to the science of archeology with linguistics.
By using the approach of linguistic and genetic research, the origin of the Indonesian nation certainly does not come from Yunan, but originated from Austronesian peoples who inhabited the islands Formosa (Taiwan). Director of the Institute of Molecular Biology, Prof. Sangkot Dr Marzuki suggested to do an overhaul view of the origin of the Indonesian nation. Genetic approach to produce a variety of views about the pattern of spread of Austronesian peoples. Is still done in-depth studies to reinforce predictions through linguistic approach on approach 'Out of Taiwan'.
Migration PathMigration path based approach 'Out of Taiwan' contrary to the approach of 'Out of Yunan'. Approach 'Out of Yunan' explain Austronesian migration stems from the North to the Malay peninsula which then spread to eastern Indonesia. Approach 'Out of Yunan' can be attenuated after traced based approach reinforced by the linguistic and genetic evidence.
Based approach 'Out of Taiwan', ancestral migration from Taiwan (Formosa) first arrived in the northern Philippines around 4500 to 3000 BC. Migration allegedly done to secede seek new areas in the South. As a result of this migration then formed a new culture, including the establishment of branches of a language called Proto-Malayo-Polynesian (PMP). Theory of early migration of Austronesian peoples Formosa delivered by David A. Tanudirjo based view linguist Robert Blust that explain the pattern of the spread of Austronesian peoples.
In the next stage around 3500 to 2000 BC migration of people who originally inhabited the Philippines with the aim of Kalimantan, Sulawesi, and North Maluku. Migration that ended in the North Maluku then continue their migration around the year 3000 to 2000 BC towards the South and East. Migration in the southern part of Nusa Tenggara to the group, while in the eastern part to the western coast of New Guinea. West Papua is then they migrate again with the aim of reaching the Oceania region Bismarck Islands (Melanesia) around 1500 BC.
In the period 3000 to 2000 BC, the migration was also carried to the West by those who previously inhabited Kalimantan and Sulawesi towards Java and Sumatra. Furthermore, the move was forwarded to the Malay peninsula to the entire region of Southeast Asia. Migration process over and over and spent thousands of years not only establish a new cultural diversity, but also the pattern of narrative (language) new.
CoverTheory of the origin of the Indonesian nation with a 'Out of Taiwan' is currently the most support for the theory with linguistic and genetic evidence. The similarity of the pattern of the Megalithic culture can only explain patterns of cultural variation, but have not been able to explain the first migration flows. Approach 'Out of Taiwan' was not without loopholes. As stated by Prof. Sangkot Dr Marzuki, the theory about the existence of Austronesian peoples by genetic approaches also varied and yet still find common ground.
If asked motive tribes when it was to merge into Homeland is not solely based on the equation of fate. The similarity of ancestral origin is possible for the underlying desire to reunite a nation. Clicking the arrival of European colonial-led plot area tribes in the region into the Austronesian spread apart politically from one another. Not surprisingly, the historical record of Majapahit and Sriwijaya territory claimed the archipelago as Austronesian territory.
The story of the history of the origins of the Indonesian people actually still not fully revealed. Recent findings of Prof. Dr Marzuki Sangkot states even if the spread of the Austronesian peoples originated from the Sunda region (West Java). We should bear in mind or a new theory on the origin of the Indonesian Nation reviewed. To start, at least with the first freed understand 'Out of Yunan'.
Though not yet discovered genetic evidence conclusively, Austronesian tribes occupies archipelagoes Formosa (Taiwan) allegedly migrated from the North (China). Austronesian language family and others in Southeast Asia is a language phylum Austrik. Seen from linguistic kinship (phylum hypothesis Austrik), all languages ​​in China's southern region has proximity (kinship) with clumps Austrik language. If you want to withdrawn the red thread, the racial discrimination should not happen in this country. By understanding the past history itself, at least the nation will be more prudent in giving attitude.

Pura Tirta Empul Tampak Siring

Charm of the island was never out to be enjoyed and not be cracked at meal time. Various cultural heritage of Bali is still solid though battered survive globalization. No wonder the island area of ​​5,634 sq km is always a tourist destination both foreign tourists and locals alike.
One of the cultural heritage of the island Suropati Good thing this is the birth of Pura Tirta Empul Siring. Temple entrance in the village territory Manukaya, Tampaksiring District, Gianyar Regency is located right next to the Presidential Palace in Siring. Etymologically, Tirta Empul means holy water sticking out of the ground. The water then flows into the river Pakerisan. This water source is often used for ceremonies melukat by thousands of residents of Bali with meaning as a symbol of cleansing people of all negative things.
Based Parisada site, baths Tirta Empul is built on Sasih Ship by Icaka 884 or around 962 AD during the reign of King Sri Singha Candrabhaya Warmadewa. While Pura Tirta Empul itself was built in the time of King Masula Masuli, according to which the papyrus of Usana Bali tertoreh. According to the inscription Dalem, King Masula Masuli Icaka to power in 1100 or 1178 AD.
Like the other temples in Bali, Pura Tirta Empul consists of three parts, Jaba Pura (Home), Jaba Central (Central page), and Offal (page in). In the Middle Jaba there are two rectangular pool that has 30 pieces showers, lined up from east to west, facing south. Each - each shower was traditionally has its own name such as showers Pengelukatan, Pebersihan, Sudamala, and Shower Cetik (Poison).
Cetik shower and the name Tirta Empul closely associated with mythological battle Mayadenawa Recent Batu Raja (Bedahulu) by Lord Indra. Narrated, King Mayadenawa be arbitrary - arbitrary and does not allow people perform religious ceremonies to invoke the safety of the Almighty God. Actions known to the gods, led by Lord Indra who later attacked Mayadenawa.
Mayadenawa then fled and to the north of the village Siring. With his power, he created a spring Cetik (poison), which resulted in many soldiers of Lord Indra who died from drinking the water. Seeing this, Lord Indra immediately stuck his spear and emit water out of the ground (Tirta Empul). Holy water is then used to splatter the Gods so that before long they could live again as usual.
For those of you who want to feel the strong Hindu tradition in Bali, fill your trip with a visit to Pura Tirta Empul melukat while participating in the ceremony. In addition to the atmosphere cool and calm, cold water baths Tirta Empul also be soothing penatnya head due to work. Do not forget to shop in the city of Herzliya is also renowned as one of the art centers on the island.

Muara Jambi temple

Jambi mouth existence enshrinement site was first discovered in 1820 by a British lieutenant named SSCrooke nationality, at that time he was assigned to map the Batang Hari river flow for military purposes. In the forest grove or Batang Hari river hinterland village of Muara Jambi precisely he found the ruins of the temple which is called by the villagers menapo estuary itself jambi later she reported the findings to the country.

In 1936 FMSchneitger came to the mouth of Jambi to perform excavation and bring its findings in Muara Jambi to Palembang, not just at the mouth of Jambi schneitger also visited Palembang, Kampar, Padang old, Samosir and some other areas on the island Swarnadwipa (Golden Island) nickname Sumatra island. Upon their return from Sumatra Schneitger published a book entitled forgotton Kingdom in Sumatra diterbitka the first time in 1936.

Not only there in 1955 the Government undertake a large-scale expedition is called expedition led by father Sukmono Pamalayu. It was only in the late 1970s began renovations done by the government 8 Up until now the temple has been renovated.

UNESCO, has recognized 850 sites

UN organization to ususan education, science, and culture, UNESCO, has recognized 850 sites in the world cultural heritage, including 11 sites in Indonesia.
The 850 sites are considered to be the world's cultural heritage consists of about 689 cultural and 176 natural, Minister of Culture and Tourism Jero Wacik in a written speech read out by the Director General of Cultural Art And Film Score, ukus Kuswara, the National Congress Sekretariatan Indonesian keris ( SNKI) in Solo on Wednesday.
A total of 11 Indonesian cultural sites that have been recognized as world cultural heritage, such as the Batik, Wayang, Keris, Angklung, and early human sites Sangiran.
About batik, in maintaining and developing fore there is no problem, because now not only the elderly, young people were already wearing batik cloth, while the dagger is only used only as a complement to traditional clothes.
"To maintain the keris as a world cultural heritage, it is not easy and this is a challenge, then pass this Congress should be described for kris to not only be a complement to traditional clothes. But also as objects of art and could be a plus and not only generation elderly, but also young who enjoyed, "he said.
Central Java Governor Bibit Waluyo in a written speech read for Political Expert Staff Maryanto said that Kris was at first as a weapon to protect themselves, but now it is not limited to these functions alone.
Keris in addition to guns to protect themselves, and a symbol of social status as well as high WOR art pieces as well as souvenir items that can be profitable for crafters dagger.
"So what about the preservation of the dagger when managed properly can also bring prosperity to the community," he said.
Congress first ma SNKI which lasted from April 19 to 21, 2011 in Solo, select it in addition to the new board, also menysun kerjas program.
SNKI joint congress was also held exhibitions and exchanges and also held demonstrations kris kris made by the young masters.