Lingsar Village in West Lombok has emerged as a new star in the tourism world, attracting both domestic and international tourists with its combination of natural beauty and cultural richness. Since officially becoming a tourism village in 2020, Lingsar has unearthed its long-standing cultural potential. Unique traditions such as the Topat War and Hindu ceremonies not only captivate visitors but also highlight the rich cultural diversity of the area. Sibawaih, the Head of Public Welfare in Lingsar Village, noted, "The arrival of tourists, including MotoGP participants, has significantly boosted the local economy." On Wednesday, September 18, 2024, he added that the presence of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) around the tourist area has also flourished, providing opportunities for the community to improve their living standards. "With the increasing number of visitors, the SMEs here feel the positive impact," Sibawaih continued.
The success of Lingsar owes much to the role of local media, which actively covers various tourism events, making the village increasingly well-known. "Our activities are now widely covered, which helps strengthen solidarity among communities from different backgrounds," he explained. Government support is also highly anticipated to ensure the continued development of Lingsar. "We hope the government will play a greater role in advancing tourism here so that Lingsar can be better known nationally and internationally," Sibawaih expressed. With its enchanting cultural charm and the hospitality of its people, Lingsar is ready to welcome every tourist eager to explore the beauty of Lombok, ensuring their visit becomes an unforgettable experience. Meanwhile, the Indonesian Quarantine Agency (Barantin), through the Sumatera Selatan Animal, Fish, and Plant Quarantine Center (BKHIT), facilitated the first export of coffee beans from the plantations of Mount Dempo, Pagaralam City, South Sumatera, to Malaysia. "The export of Pagaralam coffee beans to Malaysia was carried out through Boom Baru Port in Palembang, amounting to 19.8 tons with a value of IDR 1.54 billion," said Komarudin, the Head of the Quarantine Service Unit at Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin (SMB) II Airport.
