The Palembang city administration in South Sumatra launched two new
tourist destinations on Sunday, namely Tepian Sekanak Bersolek and
Kampung Mural Gudang Bonjiet.
The city's Tourism Agency head Isnaini Madani said the two spots were
part of Palembang's 13 highlighted tourist destinations prepared to
welcome the 2018 Asian Games in August.
"Following its popularity on social media, now Tepian Sekanak
Bersolek and Kampung Mural Gudang Bonjiet have officially become tourist
destinations to welcome both domestic and foreign tourists," said
Isnaini as quoted by Antara on Sunday.
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The development of the two places, which feature colorful images and
patterns, is said to be the result of a collaboration with PT ICI Paint
Indonesia in South Sumatra as part of its corporate social
responsibility program.
"Employees of Palembang city's Public Works Agency and student
volunteers worked together to paint the destinations," added Isnaini.
Tepian Sekanak Bersolek is said to be a pilot project as the city
administration seeks to beautify all rivers across Palembang. "We are
targeting to make all river areas prettier, but considering the current
budget we will focus on Sekanak River first."
Source - TheJakartaPost
