Canggu's Sustainable Tourism Development and Cultural Preservation
In Bali's Badung Regency, officials recently explored the development of tourism villages in Canggu, a locale that has witnessed a significant tourist influx over the last seven years. The intent behind these discussions is to maintain the cultural integrity and traditional values of the region amidst its tourism boom. The initiative was strongly supported by Made Mangku Pastika, the former Governor of Bali, who pushed for the official designation of Canggu’s Traditional Village as a tourism village. This would enable better management of resources and provide more funding to conserve the area's cultural and natural environments. During the meeting, key figures such as I Wayan Suarsana, Head of Canggu Traditional Village, and Ni Kadek Dwi Indah Paramita, Director of Baga Utsaha Padruwen Traditional Village in Canggu, addressed the dual aspects of opportunity and challenge presented by the rising number of tourists. They emphasized sustainable development and the enhancement of