From Seblang to Gandrung: The Uniqueness of Banyuwangi Culture as a Tourism Attraction

Authors

  • Dayu Dwi Hardyawanti Universitas 17 Agustus 1945 Banyuwangi Author
  • Raisha Anindhita Putri Universitas 17 Agustus 1945 Banyuwangi Author
  • Amelia Fatimah Azzahra Universitas 17 Agustus 1945 Banyuwangi Author
  • Lidia Dwi Safitri Universitas 17 Agustus 1945 Banyuwangi Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63440/singosari.v2i1.62

Keywords:

Gandrung Dance, Seblang Dance, Banyuwangi Culture, Tourism Attraction, Cultural Tourism

Abstract

This article examines the uniqueness of Banyuwangi culture through the transformation and relationship between Gandrung Dance and Seblang Dance as the main tourist attraction in the region. The research uses a qualitative method with a literature review approach to explore the dynamics, meaning, and function of the two dances in the context of cultural tourism. The results of the study show that Seblang Dance, which is sacred and ritual in nature, became the forerunner of Gandrung Dance which now develops as an entertainment dance and more open social media and becomes an icon of Banyuwangi tourism. This transformation reflects the adaptation of local culture to social change and tourism needs. Apart from being a tourist attraction, these two dances also play an important role in preserving traditional values and strengthening the identity of the Using community. However, the process of commercialization and packaging Gandrung as a tourist product also brings its own challenges, especially in maintaining the sacredness and original meaning of the two arts. This article concludes that the preservation and development of Gandrung Dance and Seblang Dance are very important for the sustainability of local culture and the strengthening of sustainable cultural tourism in Banyuwangi.

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Published

2025-10-21

How to Cite

From Seblang to Gandrung: The Uniqueness of Banyuwangi Culture as a Tourism Attraction. (2025). SINGOSARI: Jurnal Perkumpulan Prodi Pendidikan Sejarah Se-Indonesia (P3SI) Wilayah Jawa Timur, 2(1), 97-103. https://doi.org/10.63440/singosari.v2i1.62