FUNGSI ISLAMIC CENTER SEBAGAI DESTINASI WISATA RELIGI DI KOTA MATARAM

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to find out the Islamic Center was used as a religious tourism destination in the city of Mataram. In addition, what are the efforts made by the management of the Islamic Center to improve religious tourism in the city of Mataram. This study uses a qualitative method with descriptive studies. Data collection techniques from this study through interviews, observation, and documentation. Aside from being a place of worship, the Islamic Center of the City of Mataram functions as a center for culture, religious tourism, art markets, and other religious activities. In an effort to promote religious tourism centered at the Islamic Center, the local government and the management of the Islamic Center synergize local resources, including empowering garment craftsmen and cukli wood which are superior handicraft products in the city of Mataram so that they make a variety of trinkets themed Islamic Center. In addition, IC will become an icon of halal tourism, especially the city of Mataram, as well as the center of Islamic civilization. Managers and implementers of the Islamic Center together with the NTB Provincial Government, in accordance with the vision and mission it has a role in realizing the function of the Islamic Center as a center of worship. Also as a center for community development, unity of the people, increasing faith and piety in shaping the noble character and intelligence of the people.