Community Empowerment through the Preservation and Utilization of the Liyangan Archaeological Site in Temanggung
Keywords:
Community Empowerment, Heritage Preservation, Liyangan Site, Participatory Tourism, Sustainable DevelopmentAbstract
Purpose – This study explores the potential of community empowerment through the preservation and utilization of the Liyangan archaeological site in Temanggung, Central Java, Indonesia. Although rich in cultural heritage and historical value, local community involvement in managing and benefiting from the site has been limited. The study aims to address this gap by proposing a community-based model for cultural preservation and sustainable tourism development.
Design/methods/approach – Using a qualitative approach with a community-based participatory research (CBPR) design, this research involved in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, and field observations with local residents, cultural practitioners, and stakeholders. Secondary data were also used to support historical and contextual analysis.
Findings – The findings indicate that local communities possess strong cultural knowledge and enthusiasm for participation but lack institutional support and access to economic opportunities. Community empowerment efforts—such as local guide training, souvenir production, and the formation of tourism awareness groups—significantly enhance both cultural preservation and livelihoods. However, institutional synergy and sustained facilitation remain crucial challenges.
Research implications/limitations – The study was limited to a single site and its surrounding community, which may affect the generalizability of findings. The participatory nature of the research also required ongoing negotiation of roles and expectations among stakeholders, potentially influencing the outcomes.
Originality/value – This study contributes to the discourse on community-based heritage management by demonstrating how archaeological sites can become engines of local empowerment. The model proposed may inform future strategies for integrating cultural preservation with sustainable rural development in similar contexts.
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