Enhancing Pilgrim Experiences: Community-Based Religious Tourism and Spiritual Neuroscience in Tulungagung Indonesia
Author : Fathul Ihsani, Akhyak, Dede Nurohman and Aini Mufidah
Abstract :
This research investigates the potential of community-based tourism (CBT) in enhancing the spiritual experiences of pilgrims in Tulungagung Regency. By applying a neuroscience perspective, the study aims to develop a management model for religious tourism that prioritizes spiritual well-being over material gain. Through ethnographic research, including observations, interviews, and document analysis, the study found that CBT can effectively improve both pilgrims' spiritual experiences and local communities' economic conditions. Key strategies for successful implementation include active community involvement, unique site management, and support from local stakeholders. The research concludes that CBT offers a promising approach to religious tourism development that can be replicated in other regions.
Keywords :
Religious tourism, community-based tourism, pilgrim neuroscience spiritual experience
