The landscape concept for natural tourism development at Langsa Urban Forest, Aceh Province

Abstract

Abstract This research discusses two main things: the landscape process of the natural tourism concept at Langsa Urban Forest in Langsa City, Aceh Province, Indonesia, and visitor activities. The aim is to determine the landscape background of the Langsa Urban Forest and analyze the space used for natural tourism for visitors and residents of the Langsa Urban Forest. This research uses a landscape approach as the core to explain the past and present processes of the Langsa Urban Forest, as well as the activities of its visitors. Ethnographic methods are applied to collect and analyze data. This data was obtained from in-depth interviews and participant observation from the conception of the Langsa Urban Forest and visitors. The results of the study show that the formation of the Langsa Urban Forest landscape started from outer space and was used as a habitat for animals, such as deer, crocodiles, and several types of birds and their ecosystems. Visitors who visit Langsa Urban Forest are divided into two categories: (1) To reminisce about previous places and scenic history, and (2) to have fun. Apart from that, Langsa Urban Forest also acts as an open space for physical health activities.