LOCAL WISDOM IN SURAKARTA VILLAGE FOLKLORE AT CIREBON REGENCY

Abstract

Local wisdom is known as an expression of the symbolism of a place or region that can be differentiated from other regions. In this case, local wisdom can be identified by tracing a region's folklore or oral traditions. This study examines the folklore of Surakarta Village in Cirebon Regency to find a form of
local wisdom to improve cultural literacy. This research is descriptive research with an ethnographic strategy. In obtaining data, researchers used interview, observation, and documentation techniques. Data validation in this study used triangulation techniques. The data analysis technique uses the interactive analysis model of the Miles and Huberman model. The research found that Surakarta Village folklore contained local cultural wisdom through customs, beliefs, and artifacts. The local wisdom includes the tradition of Slametan Memitu, Tajug Gȇdhe building,  and Jatisura Bath in Surakarta Village.