Banyuwangi has a rich traditional culture and art that is extraordinary. It was indicated by the number of rituals and ceremonies and cultural events are held by the public. Departing from the cultural wealth of art treasures, Banyuwangi regency government to make the packaging art of traditional culture in an event that is BANYUWANGI Ethno CARNIVAL (BEC) a cultural event that is expected to bridge the modernization of local arts and culture during the growth and development in community life Banyuwangi into an event International scale in the form of a parade without having to change the values that have been growing and growing in both the public spirit and philosophy.
BEC is also a driver of creativity in young container to pour the unique ideas and interesting and visualize ideas and traditions of the ethnic background in the form of spectacular and artistic packaging as an appreciation of the value of the local culture so as to have a special attraction in increasing affection of local culture as well as the presentation very interesting for tourists who visit Banyuwangi.
Banyuwangi Ethno Carnival (BEC) in 2013 is the third year the event is themed "The Legend of Kebo-keboan last was" with 3 Sub Thema:
Kebo Geni depicting the spirit and brave soul,
Kebo BayuTirto tranquility and peace, as well as
Kebo Bumi depicting fertility
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