TANAH DATAR, kiprahkita.net - The Tanah Datar Regency Government convened a final preparation meeting for the 2024 Minangkabau Charm Festival at the Executive Hall of the Regent's Office on Monday (December 2, 2024).
The meeting was led by the Assistant for Government and Welfare, Elizar, and the Assistant for General Administration, Jasrinaldi, with participation from all relevant Regional Government Organizations (OPDs).
The Minangkabau Charm Festival, a flagship event in the Calendar of National Events (KEN), is scheduled to take place from December 5 to 8, 2024, at the iconic Istano Basa Pagaruyung in Tanah Datar.
The Head of the Tourism, Youth, and Sports Office (Parpora) of Tanah Datar, Riswandi, emphasized that the festival will showcase not only Minangkabau culture but also artistic performances from neighboring provinces such as Jambi and South Sumatra.
"This year’s Minangkabau Charm Festival will feature various cultural performances, not only from West Sumatra but also from neighboring provinces like Jambi and South Sumatra," said Riswandi.
Highlights of the Festival
The 2024 Minangkabau Charm Festival promises a rich array of cultural and traditional activities, including:
- Nagari Potentials Showcase: Highlighting the unique strengths of each nagari (village) in Tanah Datar.
- Minangkabau Cultural Parade: A vibrant procession celebrating traditions and heritage.
- Cultural Performances: Showcasing the distinctive arts of Minangkabau.
- Martial Arts and Songket Exhibition: Demonstrating the beauty and value of local artistry.
- Matriarchal Philosophy and Heirloom Exhibitions: Exploring the matrilineal traditions of Minangkabau and showcasing heirlooms.
- Pagaruyung Fashion Show: A display of traditional Minangkabau attire.
- Photo and Tourism Village Exhibitions: Capturing the essence of Minangkabau culture through visuals.
- Traditional Minangkabau Culinary Delights and Coffee Village: Presenting the unique flavors of Minangkabau cuisine.
- Communal Feasting (Makan Bajamba), Photography Competitions, MSME Market, and Pacu Jawi (Cow Racing): Showcasing the richness of Minangkabau's traditions and community activities.
The meeting focused on ensuring all technical and non-technical preparations were on track to make the festival a resounding success.
The government hopes the event will attract both local and international tourists, promoting the cultural heritage of Minangkabau while boosting tourism and the local economy.
The Minangkabau Charm Festival underscores Tanah Datar's commitment to preserving and promoting Minangkabau culture as an integral part of Indonesia's national heritage. (*)
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