There is a unique cultural heritage tradition and tourist attractions in Likupang, North Sulawesi, which attracts foreign tourists. In addition to beach and mountain tourism, it turns out that there are tourist attractions that are more directed to the traditions of the local community. For example, hanging coffins in the land of Toraja, South Sulawesi. Usually, tourists are curious and eager to visit this unique cemetery.
Then what about Likupang, North Sulawesi, which was named the Super Priority Destination? What are the uniqueness and culture that are the center of attention of foreign tourists? Before we discuss that, you may want to know this information we are going to share about Manado, which owns tourism characteristics based on Local Wisdom. The unique traditions in Manado, which are cultural heritage, will continue to be preserved, such as types of artistic dances, traditional ritual ceremonies, and performing arts in welcoming guests. This uniqueness is the main attraction for tourists or researchers who come to Manado. Before heading to Likupang, let’s take a walk in Manado first.
This Cakalele dance is a traditional dance of the Minahasa community, a kind of war dance in which some men in costumes are dominated by the red color of Minahasa’s woven cloth. According to Minahasa custom, participants in the kabasaran dance must come from the descendants of the elders of the kabasaran dancer as well, so that not all Minahasan men have the opportunity to become kabasaran dancers.
The Paying Gratitude tradition in Manado, has the uniqueness of the Minahasa tribe, so there is the value of local wisdom that is closely related to the culture and customs of the Minahasan. Usually, this procession will be conducted when the harvest arrives, Paying Gratitude is usually associated with a religious procession.
The traditional art form of the orchestra, usually Kolintang, was learned as early as when Minahasan people were still in elementary school. The original Manado kolintang musical instrument is made of belar wood, which is also called wunut, but nowadays it is made of cempaka wood.
This ceremony is a traditional tradition that can be found at the wedding of the Minahasa tribe, most of whom embrace Protestant Christianity. The procession is carried out with dinner and worship services. This marriage custom means “Knocking on the Door” later the groom and bride will knock on each other’s door with a series of dialogues with thick philosophical meaning. The series of ceremonies will end with the bargaining of the dowry and the calculation of the number of offerings.
Mapalus is a unique tradition of traditional Minahasa of gotong royong ; a cooperation system carried out by society within the community who share common sense for the common good. Initially, this system was carried out specifically for activities related to agriculture. Until the development of the present era, mapalus was also used in various social activities.
If you visit Manado, do not forget to stop by Likupang, one of the super priority tourism destinations that the government is planning for 2020 to 2024.
Pulisan Beach is divided into several tourist areas, like a paradise on earth with clear sea water with white sand, you can directly plunge into the beach itself.
The trip to Pulisan Hill, by taking a small boat or called katinting by local people, only costs IDR 20,000/person.
Paal Beach is located in Marinsow Village, East Likupang District, North Minahasa Regency, North Sulawesi. White sand and challenging waves and beautiful open sea views make this beach called the Bali of North Sulawesi.
From Likupang, you will travel approximately 40 minutes using a local fishing boat to Lihaga island from Serei port. You need to pay a boat rental price of around 800,000 for 20 passengers for this ride.
Bahoi ecotourism is a tourism activity that is managed in a participatory manner by the community. Bahoi Village also has Flora and Fauna in the mangrove forest, white sand areas, and beautiful village panoramas.
Before you plan a trip to Likupang, be sure to read more about Likupang and Indonesia by visiting Wonderful Indonesia.
