Evaluation of Community-Based Governance after the Revitalization of Huta Siallagan in Samosir Regency, Indonesia

Abstract

The concept of sustainable tourism governance is needed to maintain economic, environmental, and socio-cultural balance. This tourism condition promotes capacity building and community leadership programs, manifests collaboration between stakeholders, safeguards cultural heritage, protects the environment, improves public welfare, and maintains social cohesion. According to previous research, the analysis of sustainable tourism is globally leading to a holistic approach, which recognizes broader sociocultural, economic, and political aspects. It also recognizes the critical success factors involved in developing sustainable destinations through effective governance. As a traditional settlement typical of the Batak Toba tribe, Huta Siallagan has been revitalized to maintain the physical aspects related to culture and beautification efforts. Therefore, this study aimed to review the governance process and the dynamics encountered by stakeholders during revitalization, using qualitative thematic analysis methods. Based on the results, the lack of equitable distribution and integration of tourism was the consequence of the revitalization process unequally carried out in Huta and its surroundings. This proved that the sustainable aspects of Huta Siallagan governance need to maintain the Huta autonomy and inclusiveness in a balanced pattern.