“Quality and Analogue”: The Essence of Food and Beverage Ethno-wellness at Sumedang Palace, West Java, Indonesia

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10.2991/978-94-6463-296-5_26How to use a DOI?

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Ethno-wellness; Manuscript; Spa-wellness

Abstract

Ethno-wellness comprises a comprehensive fitness system encompassing philosophical principles, knowledge, cultural norms, and physical practices to maintain and enhance body fitness within specific ethnic communities. These practices have been transmitted both through written manuscripts and oral folklore. Originating from ancient manuscripts, Ethno-wellness was initially limited to the royal court, adhering to established standards through royal tradition. Simultaneously, orally transmitted versions spread widely among the general public, resulting in various regional adaptations. This article investigates Ethno-wellness, tracing its origins back to the manuscripts of the Sumedang Kingdom. The Sumedang Kingdom is the remaining kingdom in West Java, characterized by its functional organizations, customs, social structures, and culturally significant royal palace, despite lacking political power. Qualitative research, utilizing interviews and observations, highlights the continued practice of Ethno-wellness philosophy, knowledge, and traditional fitness techniques within the royal court, which is essential for adequately fulfilling leadership roles. The methods employed in maintaining physical fitness involve activating and nourishing bodily organs through massage techniques and consumables prepared from spices that have hot and cold qualities or are analog to human organs. Notably, Ethno-wellness Sumedang holds potential for development into one of the SPA Wellness Nusantara, representing a distinctive SPA tourist attraction in Indonesia.

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AU  - Jajang Gunawijaya
AU  - Nurbaeti
AU  - Ismeth Emier Osman
AU  - Fetty Asmaniati
PY  - 2023
DA  - 2023/12/04
TI  - “Quality and Analogue”: The Essence of Food and Beverage Ethno-wellness at Sumedang Palace, West Java, Indonesia
BT  - Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Tourism, Gastronomy, and Tourist Destination (TGDIC 2023)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 197
EP  - 203
SN  - 2352-5428
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DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6463-296-5_26
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