Jakarta for Culture and Tourism Deputy Governor, Marullah Matali, appreciated the Cinta Bridge revitalization, Tidung Island, to develop the tourism sector in Seribu Islands. The work progress has reached 60 percent.

Cinta Bridge has become a tourist icon

According to him, the Cinta Bridge revitalization is very appropriate, as it had the potential to become one of the popular tourist destinations in Seribu Islands.

"So, it must continue to be developed to attract tourist visits. Moreover, the Cinta Bridge has become a tourist icon for the Seribu Islands," he expressed, when visiting Tidung Island, Friday (10/13).

He also suggested that the bridge tourist area to be reforested by adding more ornamental plants to make it look cooler.

"I also see that there are several types of ornamental trees, but the number has to be increased," he added.

Seribu Islands Regent, Junaedi added his party continues to accelerate the work. In two weeks, it was targeted to touch 80 percent.

"The casting of the bridge and installation of andesite stones has reached 200 meters out of a total of 400 meters," he explained.

He explained the bridge would be operated on the Seribu Islands' 22nd anniversary, which is accompanied by the launch of Batik Gobang Seribu on November 9, 2023.

"This bridge will also be painted colorful to make it look more beautiful," he stated.