Destinasi Budaya, Religi dan Nilai Antropologi dalam Sejarah Candi Cangkuang

Abstract

Cangkuang is one of the relics from Hindu civilization, located next to the tomb of a Muslim scholar named Eyang Arif Muhammad. This historical site is situated in Garut, West Java, and serves as a tangible testament to the tolerance of the Sundanese ancestors, which is a worthy example for humanity today. This is particularly relevant in the context of religious life in Indonesia, which is highly diverse. The name "Cangkuang" comes from the village where the temple is located, an area abundant with cangkuang plants. Cangkuang itself is a type of pandan plant, scientifically known as Pandanus furcatus. This plant is also commonly found around the tomb complex of Eyang Dalem Arif Muhammad, the ancestor of the Pulo customary village. The research method used in this study is the historical method. The historical method involves critically examining and analyzing records and remnants of the past and writing the results based on the facts obtained, a process known as historiography. As a result, the Cangkuang temple has become a popular tourist destination, renowned for its high level of religious tolerance. This is evident from the history and relics of both Islamic tombs and Hindu statues that are located side by side, offering valuable insights for educational studies.