Uncovering Javanese Islamic Asceticism to Prevent Destructive Tourism Patterns in Gunung Kemukus

Abstract

Gunung Kemukus which is located in Sragen, Central Java, Indonesia, is one of the famous tourist destinations for pilgrims. This place is considered sacred and also attracts tourists to come. The uniqueness lies in the existence of the tomb of Pangeran Samudera, who was a figure of a religious propagator of Majapahit descent and a student of Sunan Kalijaga. In addition, pilgrimage is also a form of Javanese Islamic asceticism that has taken root and become part of the culture of the community. As many pilgrims visit, it has an impact on tourism behavior that destroys both the environment and cultural rites. It can be seen through karaoke houses, rented booths for sex, and environmental pollution. Through a narrative review, this article found that the Javanese Islamic ascetic values believed by the people of Gunung Kemukus could be an effort to preserve the environment and rituals in Gunung Kemukus.