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Kampung Kanekes (kampung = village) is located in Banten, West Java, is full of steep hills where the sugar palm, bamboo and wild grass surrounding a small mountain trail. This is the path that leads to the village of Badui people, an indigenous tribe who lives a life strictly traditional. The area is surrounded by rugged mountainous terrain that requires considerable physical effort by hiking. Despite the sometimes extreme conditions, the Badui village is still an attractive tourist site.
The Badui area covers over 5100 hectares of land and is separated into two parts, Badui external and internal Badui. Both accept visitors cordially, but the outer area has more contact with outsiders and is thus more open to travelers.

badui people

bamboo bridge

board sign mention some badui rules for traveller

On the way to Kampung Kanekes, stores selling souvenirs like songket (woven cloth), traditional bags made of tree bark, and grocery shops surround a steep but smooth path that leads to a big stone monument marked with a map of the Badui area. A nearby sign lists dos and don’ts for travelers.

1. Badui people have rules that prohibit modern inventions like guitars, video cameras and sound recorders. Theres also rule to prohibits the use of soap and toothpaste in rivers.
2. Badui houses made from bamboo and small rattan, for lighting they use oil-filled lanterns.

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