According to representatives from Institut Nahdlatul Ulama (INU) Ciamis and museum management, a delegation of KKN-IK students conducted an educational visit to Museum Galuh Bumi Pakarang Sasuhunan in Cisaga Kolot, Ciamis Regency, on August 22, 2026. The visit bridges academic research and local cultural preservation, highlighting a collection that includes thousands of centuries-old artifacts relocated from Bandung to safeguard the region’s heritage.
INU Ciamis Students Explore Tatar Galuh Heritage at Museum Galuh
Students from the Kuliah Kerja Nyata Integrasi Keagamaan (KKN-IK) program at Institut Nahdlatul Ulama (INU) Ciamis visited Museum Galuh Bumi Pakarang Sasuhunan on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Located in Cisaga Kolot, Cisaga Subdistrict, Ciamis Regency, the site serves as a strategic hub for young academics studying the historical legacy of Tatar Galuh Ciamis.
Johan Jouhar Anwari, a member of the management family and a founding board member of INU Ciamis, guided the student group through the facility. According to event details, his explanation connected university research priorities with practical heritage conservation efforts.
Did you know? According to geological research and assessments by the Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB), several artifacts housed in the museum date back more than 600 years.
Academic Objectives and Institutional Commitments
Asep Fathul Millah, who serves as the head of the INU Ciamis KKN-IK student group, stated that the visit goes beyond standard fieldwork requirements. As he noted, the delegation views the trip as an academic exchange to absorb the values and historical spirit of Galuh for future application during community service.
Gunawan Jayadiharja, chairman of the Galuh Museum Foundation, emphasized that the institution functions primarily as a cultural hub rather than a simple storage space for antiques. According to Gunawan, the museum is explicitly prepared to act as a center for historical research and development for younger generations.
Thousands of Purbakala Artifacts Returned to Ciamis
Haji Raden Gungun Gurnadi Gumelar Djadjadiharja, the owner of the museum, explained that the extensive collection demonstrates his family’s dedication to ancestral heritage. He noted that thousands of historical items previously kept in Bandung were intentionally moved back to Ciamis to serve the local community.
Out of approximately 6,000 purbakala artifacts in the family’s possession, 1,600 items are currently on display. The exhibition features war equipment, ancient kitchen utensils, and fossils, offering tangible proof of the region’s ancient roots.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Museum Galuh Bumi Pakarang Sasuhunan located?
The museum is located in Cisaga Kolot, Cisaga Subdistrict, Ciamis Regency.
When did the INU Ciamis students visit the museum?
The KKN-IK delegation from INU Ciamis visited the museum on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
How old are the artifacts in the museum?
According to geological research and ITB studies, several items in the collection are estimated to be more than 600 years old.
How many artifacts are currently on display?
Out of approximately 6,000 total items owned by the family, 1,600 artifacts are currently displayed for visitors.
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