The exoticism of Bedouin

The exoticism of Bedouin in Banten Province

Banten is a province on the island of Java, Indonesia. The province was once a part of West Java province, but separated since 2000, with the decision of Act No. 23 of 2000. Central government is in the city of Serang.

Bantam beautiful beaches lined with white sand. Bantam lush and secluded with Kulonnya Edge. Banten is magic with a variety of traditional and mythical action with Bedouin tribe. This bit of exoticism Banten.

Among researchers or anthropologists, Cultural Village is located in the Bedouin village of Kanekes, Kec. Leuwi Damar, Lebak, a magnet. Their lives are still traditional and unique to be a special attraction to be observed and studied. Thanks to them, now Kanekes Village became famous and has now been established as a tourist attraction can be visited by the tourists.

To reach the village of Bedouin culture, you first have to Rangkas Bitung. Then, proceed to Ciboleger, located about 38 kilometers from Rangkas Bitung. Actually there are a number of 'doors' to enter the area this Bedouin. However, Ciboleger has been determined to be the main gate by the local government. Road conditions, generally good. But, at some locations is quite steep and prone to landslides. So be careful.

Before entering the Bedouin, the tourists have to announce the arrival and requested permission from the Village Head. Furthermore, the journey can begin. There are two options for exploring the region Bedouin. If you have a lot of time or more than a day, you can roam up to the village Cibeo, Cikertawana or Cikeusik or known by the Bedouin in the region. The distance is about 12 kilometers on foot from Ciboleger and should be within walking distance. Meanwhile, for those who do not have the leeway, Gajeboh Village located 3.5 kilometers, or about 2 hour journey on foot from Ciboleger, could be a travel destination.

For those of you who first visited this place, guide services will be very useful. To get it, you can ask the help of guides who used to gather around the terminals Ciboleger. Then when your item is too much and would complicate the way, porter service is also worthy of consideration. To consider before entering the Bedouin, there are a number of special rules that apply. One is, only those who boned Malay (skinned or brown-eyed) are allowed into the Bedouin. Meanwhile, the Caucasus (Europe) or those who faced the Chinese are not allowed to enter. They are only allowed to enter the area outside or up in the Bedouin village of Gajeboh. On the way, you will pass the path in the woods and villages Baduy. So, sneakers or trekking it is advisable to use.

During the trip, you can see the Bedouin women who were weaving cloth, the men who came from the field while carrying fruit or children who are innocent and adorable playing in front of their house.

Bedouins are said to be a viable civil society. With a principled life than what exists in nature, they tried all their needs in its own way without relying on others. Indirectly, it forces them to be creative to create something in order to make ends meet.

For women, both Bedouin Bedouin and the Outer-weave has become part of daily routine work. This activity has been going down for generations and continue to this day. Usually the women will weave in the afternoon, after cooking, fixing houses, raising children, gathering firewood, and went to the fields. That way, their families can wear clothing to protect the body as well as to the completeness of ceremonies. So, when menjejalajah Bedouin area in the daytime, you will see the Bedouin women were working on the porch of the house.