RRI.CO.ID, Surakarta - Indonesia’s Minister of Culture, Fadli Zon, inspected the Keraton Kasunanan Surakarta Hadiningrat complex on Thursday 26 March 2026 as part of efforts to accelerate national heritage revitalization. The visit formed part of a broader working trip aimed at strengthening cultural preservation initiatives in Surakarta.

During the visit, Fadli Zon emphasized the palace’s strategic role as a center of Javanese civilization with deep historical and cultural significance. He stated that the government continues to promote gradual and sustainable revitalization of palaces, museums, and cultural areas.

He explained that revitalization goes beyond physical restoration and includes strengthening historical narratives and improving professional management practices. The initiative also integrates technology to enhance public engagement and visitor experience.

“The Surakarta Palace holds great potential to become a world-class cultural destination through well-planned and collaborative revitalization,” Fadli Zon said. He added that such efforts aim to create a vibrant and competitive cultural hub.

The minister also highlighted that the palace’s designation as a national cultural heritage site requires collective responsibility for its preservation. He stressed that safeguarding cultural values is essential to advancing Indonesia’s cultural identity on the global stage.

During the inspection, Fadli Zon visited several key areas, including Siti Hinggil and the palace museum, to assess current conditions and development potential. The visit marked an initial step toward comprehensive planning, including technical studies and mapping.

He also reviewed the Keraton Kilen area, which is slated for revitalization as part of a long-term development plan. “This site holds significant historical value, and we aim to develop it into an open museum accessible to the public,” he noted.

Concluding his visit, Fadli Zon underscored the importance of collaboration among stakeholders to ensure the success of cultural revitalization. “We hope the Surakarta Palace will continue to grow as a cultural icon of Indonesia with both national and global relevance,” he said.