Spatial Planning with Local Wisdom for Rural Tourism Development

Rural area has a natural potential in terms of its agricultural sector development. In addition to this, this area can also be developed based on its tourism potential. The potential of the latter sector can be utilized based on its beautiful natural scenery, its cool mountain weather, and its unique local custom and culture. This paper particularly discusses the relevance of spatial planning and local wisdom in the development of rural tourism through a literature review approach. The results of this study indicate that rural tourism and its further development needs the support of spatial planning that appreciates the specific local wisdom of the village(s).