Lumajang, Jawa Timur, Nov. 23 -- Presidential Special Envoy for Tourism Zita Anjani emphasized that the post-eruption recovery of Mount Semeru should serve as an opportunity to reorganize the tourism area by prioritizing environmental and cultural preservation.

She said this approach is essential to ensure long-term sustainability.

"Mount Semeru is not merely a geographical area but an iconic natural destination known internationally," she said in a written statement received in Lumajang, East Java, on Sunday.

Zita noted that the cultural authenticity of communities living on the slopes of Semeru, including local traditions, environmental wisdom, and daily practices, is an integral component that must be safeguarded at every stage of r...