International Journal of Applied Sciences in Tourism and Events
Vol. 7 No. 1 (2023): June 2023

Community enthusiasm in developing Ombilin coal-mining industrial heritage in Sawahlunto, West Sumatera

Reagan Brian (Sekolah Tinggi Pariwisata Trisakti, Indonesia)
Dina Mayasari Soeswoyo (Sekolah Tinggi Pariwisata Trisakti, Indonesia)
Jeffry Sudirja (Sekolah Tinggi Pariwisata Trisakti, Indonesia)
Willy Arafah (Sekolah Tinggi Pariwisata Trisakti, Indonesia)
Rahmat Ingkadijaya (Sekolah Tinggi Pariwisata Trisakti, Indonesia)
Himawan Brahmantyo (Sekolah Tinggi Pariwisata Trisakti, Indonesia)
Sundring Pantja Djati (Sekolah Tinggi Pariwisata Trisakti, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
27 Jun 2023

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to gain an understanding of the community's attitudes toward the development of Sawahlunto, West Sumatera, Indonesia as an industrial heritage tourism destination. This research used mix method – explanatory sequential design with a case study approach, to explore real conditions in life as well as a contemporary setting or context. Community attitudes were measured using questionnaires and deepened by interviews, observations, and focus group discussions. The finding of this study shows the enthusiasm of the local community in developing Obillin tourism in order to preserve as well as revitalize it so that it can benefit the community. The results of this study can be important for policymakers regarding sustainable tourism development.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IJASTE

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Arts Humanities

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International Journal of Applied Sciences in Tourism and Events publishes applied research-based articles covering business and economic in tourism and events; management in tourism and events; production, distribution, and consumption in tourism and events; marketing and promotion in tourism and ...