Two Farmer Activities in Tabanan Get Record of MURI

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Although it was not a performing art, a total of 735 Balinese women roasting coffee in open space became an intriguing spectacle. Their traditional activity could draw many visitors and made them amazed. Moreover, the background was beautiful and panoramic view of terraced rice fields, so that it looked like an innovative theater.
The activities of housewives roasting robusta and arabica coffee en masse involved 735 participants from community of Belimbing tourism village, Pupuan subdistrict. From the morning, the beautiful rice field had been visited by the public, without the exception for foreign travelers who were spending holidays in Bali.
Not only that, the rice harvest activity at Subak Jatiluwih also drew the attention of the public. Such traditional activity was followed by 521 farmers in typical attires. The beautiful subak region renowned for its terraced fields seemed to have become a broad stage as presenting natural and creative theater players.
Both farmer activities in the rice granary region were held in a series with the celebration of the 521st anniversary of the town of Tabanan. Other than being unique and beautiful, the daily activities of farming communities were also attended by hundreds of participants to break the world record. The two events were recorded by the Indonesian World Record Museum (MURI). Charters of the award were handed over directly by the Senior Manager of MURI, Paul Pangka, to the initiator of the coffee roasting and mass rice harvest, Ni Putu Eka Wiryastuti, the Regent of Tabanan, Monday (Nov 24).
Regent Eka stated that Pupuan coffee owned by Tabanan had been recognized for its flavor. The coffee produced by the communities of Pupuan village had also been exhibited in national and local markets. “We want the investors running the business in this field to glance at the potential we have. In the future, we must stimulate the cooperation relationship, so that our farmers do not get difficulty to market their crops,” she said.
Regent Eka added that harvesting process by using traditional rice manual cutter would have an attraction to travelers for visiting the area. “The potential of specific rice plant development can support the food security and tourism activities,” she added.
Meanwhile, the Head of the Tabanan Forestry and Plantation Agency, Roemi Liestyowati, said that Pupuan subdistrict was an agricultural area where 43 percent of the land was planted with robusta and arabica coffee. The flavor of Pupuan coffee was incredible and already famous.
Then, the Head of the Tabanan Agriculture and Horticulture Agency, Nyoman Budana, said the organization of the mass rice harvest was expected to be able to build camaraderie and mutual cooperation in maintaining the agrarian culture in Bali.www.bali-travelnews.com

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Ubud Cultural Arts Festival

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To commemorate the 100 years of Gong Kebyar, the Community Empowerment Agency (LPM) of Ubud village organized the Ubud Cultural Arts Festival, Friday (Nov 7). The event was centered at the Catus Pata or central intersection of Ubud by showcasing various colossal displays. Thousands of travelers from various parts of the world seemed enthusiastic to join the show.
Dozens of artists from various genres were also involved in the art extravaganza. Among them, there were Koko Jazz Music Group, Gita Semara Flute Troupe, Balot, Tindak Alit, Cok Savitri, Dayu Ani, Genta Putra Sesana Gamelan Troupe of Ubud Kelod and comedian Cedil. The festival taking place for four days also featured the performances of old artists, performances of new art composition and filled with art discussion.
Minister of Tourism, Arief Yahya, was present accompanied by relevant Director General and praised the continuity of the tradition and culture in Ubud. He appreciated the Ubud village which had earned an award from the Conde Nast Traveler magazine as the best tourist destination in Asia (The Best City in Asia) 2013. “Ubud is just like the Spirit of Bali itself, created with love,” he said.
Arief judged the Gong Kebyar was a masterpiece created by a special process and had a magnificent philosophy. With combination of the aesthetics and harmony, the gamelan produced a composition that would fascinate for anyone who witnessed it. “This festival serves as a form of learning to improve creativity,” he added.
Minister of Tourism Arief then emphasized the principle of Academia, Government, Business and Community (AGBC) to maintain the tradition ingrained in the human artists of Ubud and Gianyar in general. “In keeping with the passage of the four elements, the existence of the art and culture can survive,” said the Minister of the Working Cabinet.
The Head of LPM Ubud, Cokorda Raka Sukawati, accompanied by Chairman of the Committee, I Wayan Sudirama, invited all people to re-interpret and understand with depth of Gong Kebyar philosophy itself. The milestone of Gong Kebyar was an age shift in the community against all the complexity of the monarchical feudal systems in the 1800s.

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