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TIF 2024 Presents Stunning Blend of Tradition and Modernity
WINDONESIA August 19, 2024
A dance performance at TIF 2024. (Tourism and Creative Economy Ministry)
Toraja International Festival (TIF) 2024 has once again presented a stunning blend of ancestral traditions with the spirit of modernity. The event was held on Aug. 9-11, 2024, at Rantepao Square in Rantepao District, North Toraja Regency, South Sulawesi Province.
The Tourism and Creative Economy Ministry explained that TIF 2024 is not just an ordinary festival, it is also a place for Toraja to introduce its cultural wealth to the international scene through music, dance, and other performing art shows.
TIF 2024 is expected to attract domestic and foreign tourists to visit Toraja. The audience is spoiled with various dances such as manganda, manimbong, madandan and madaga. Each dance has its own meaning and beauty, reflecting the noble values of the Toraja people.
In addition to traditional dances, TIF 2024 also presents the Toraja Opera which presents the Toraja people's legends. The play is proof of the richness of Toraja culture, which has continued to be preserved from generation to generation.
TIF 2024 not only focuses on traditional art, but also provides space for modern art. Collaboration between local and international artists creates unique and interesting performances. Musical performances from various genres, such as traditional music, pop, and rock further enlivens the festival atmosphere.
In addition to the tourism sector, TIF 2024 also has a positive impact on the local economy. The festival is considered to be a promotional event for Toraja's micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) products such as handicrafts, tenun ikat, and culinary specialties.
TIF 2024 received full support from both the local and central governments. The selection of TIF 2024 as one of the 110 Karisma Event Nusantara (KEN) festivals is a form of appreciation for efforts to preserve culture and develop tourism in Toraja.
Source: sulsel.inews.id