Bangli, Bali (ANTARA) - Indonesia’s Ministry of Culture has named Penglipuran Village in Bangli District, Bali, a national model for cultural preservation, recognizing its long-standing commitment to maintaining local wisdom and traditions.

“This achievement can inspire other regions to preserve and promote their cultural heritage,” the ministry's Secretary General Bambang Wibawarta said during a ceremony in Bangli on Saturday.

To further support these efforts, the ministry will build a Cultural Advancement Village monument in Penglipuran, acknowledging the village’s role in safeguarding intangible heritage.

The initiative aims to enhance cultural tourism in the highland village and raise public awareness of the importance of heritage conservation.

Bangli District Secretary I Dewa Bagus Riana Putra welcomed the recognition, expressing hope that the monument would boost Penglipuran’s profile and encourage other villages to follow suit.

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“We are grateful for the ministry’s strong support. Penglipuran is a cultural asset, and we remain committed to preserving and developing its full potential,” he said.

According to Bangli District data, Penglipuran spans 112 hectares in Kubu sub-district.

The village, known for its temperate climate and traditional layout, sits at about 700 meters above sea level, roughly five kilometers from Kintamani and 45 kilometers north of Denpasar.

Penglipuran adheres to awig-awig, a set of customary laws reflecting the Balinese philosophy of Tri Hita Karana, which promotes harmony between people, nature, and the divine.

In addition to its well-preserved architecture and clean, orderly environment, the village enforces a customary ban on polygamy as part of its commitment to upholding women's dignity.

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