Nusantara cultural parade in Ternate

A participant wore a dragon-themed costume while taking part in the Nusantara Cultural Parade of the Indonesian Heritage Cities Network (JKPI) 2026 in Ternate, North Maluku, on Saturday (29/8/2026). The cultural parade, attended by JKPI delegations from 56 regencies/cities across Indonesia with around 2,000 participants, was held to promote cultural and historical tourism by showcasing traditional customary attire and highlight arts from their respective regions. This event is expected to serve as a platform to strengthen culture as well as to trace back the historical connections of Indonesia's heritage cities through the spice trade routes. ANTARA FOTO/Andri Saputra/foc.

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