Fadli Zon ensures no escalator installation in the Borobudur -Temple

Jakarta -In the context of the installation of non -permanent chairs at the Borobudur -Temple, the Ministry of Culture emphasized that there has never been a plan for the establishment of a lift, the installation of an excavation, let alone the use of excavator in the historic site. Culture Minister Fadli Zon explained the plan to install non-permanent chairs in the Borobudur Temple performed by Injurney as the driver of the Borobudur Temple Area Fadli Zon, also said the issue associated with the construction of the elevator installation was wrong information. It was transferred by the Minister of Culture, Fadli Zon in front of the House of Representatives Commission X at the work meeting of the Minister of Culture with the House of Representatives Commission X in Jakarta, today. “First, there is no such thing as making a lift at the Borobudur -Temple. Then there is another video that says there is an excavation, even a spade said. It’s wrong and misleading information,” Fadli Zon said in a statement on Monday (5/26/2025). Browse to continue with the contents of Fadli Zon added that the government pursued by the government is the acquisition of chairman or rising aids in the form of chairs specially driven to support accessibility. This tool is intended for groups that have physical limitations, people with disabilities, as well as religious leaders such as senior monks who have restrictions to reach the top of the website. “This chair is an inclusive remedy. Many World Heritage areas have used similar facilities. In Acropolis, Pantheon in Greece, Sixtine Chapel, to the Chinese wall, all used similar technology and proved that they did not damage the site,” he explained. He emphasized that the design of chairs was not large and that it did not cause the structure of the cultural heritage penetration or damage. The installation is not permanent and can be removed if not used. In addition, there is also a ramp or portable ramp of wood and pillow as part of the accessibility solution in accordance with the conservation standards. The Ministry of Culture has called on all parties to jointly maintain the integrity and sustainability of the Borobudur -Temple as a world -cultural heritage by spreading accurate and responsible information. “All of these steps are performed in accordance with the principle of conservation and rules for the conservation of cultural heritage. There is no destruction at all. It is part of our dedication to making Borobudur a cultural destination that is inclusive,” he concluded. (AKN/EGA) HOEGENG Awards 2025 Read the inspiring story of the exemplary police candidate here