The economic movement of Bandung City continues to show a positive trend alongside the high activity in entertainment and tourism in urban areas. The Bandung City Government records that the entertainment tax sector is now one of the largest contributors to regional revenue after food and hotel taxes.
The Mayor of Bandung stated that the increasing public enthusiasm for football matches has a direct impact on the city’s economic turnover. High ticket sales for matches and the influx of tourists from outside the region are considered to contribute significantly to the revenue of the entertainment sector.
“When the match is won, online tickets sell out. Entertainment tax is also high. Now entertainment tax is in third place after food tax and hotel tax,” he said.
He revealed that the economic impact is not only felt by match organizers but also by community business sectors. Hotels, restaurants, culinary centers, transportation, and MSMEs all enjoy increased transactions during major matches in Bandung.
He explained that many supporters from outside the city come to Bandung not only to watch matches but also to travel and shop. This condition causes hotel occupancy rates and visits to culinary centers to experience a significant increase.
“Many benefit when the Persib club wins a championship title; the community’s economy improves, and tourism in Bandung City also increases,” he said.
In addition to the formal sector, small traders and sports merchandise sellers also feel the positive impact. Sales of jerseys, scarves, and street food usually increase when public enthusiasm for football is high.
He added that the trend of economic growth from the entertainment and sports sectors continues into the upcoming competition season. The high level of community activity in these sectors is believed to maintain economic turnover and strengthen the tourist appeal of Bandung City.
Bandung City
Bandung, the capital of West Java, Indonesia, is a vibrant city known for its colonial architecture, cool climate, and role as a center of education and culture. Established by the Dutch in the early 19th century, it became a key site for the 1955 Asia-Africa Conference, a landmark event in the Non-Aligned Movement. Today, Bandung is a popular destination for its art deco buildings, shopping, and scenic surroundings.
Persib
Persib is a professional football club based in Bandung, Indonesia, founded on March 14, 1933. It is one of the oldest and most popular clubs in the country, with a rich history rooted in the struggle for Indonesian independence through sports. The club’s passionate fanbase, known as Bobotoh, and its iconic blue jersey make Persib a symbol of West Java’s cultural pride.
Bandung
Bandung, the capital of Indonesia’s West Java province, is a vibrant city known for its colonial architecture and cool mountain climate. Historically, it was a popular retreat for Dutch plantation owners during the colonial era and later became a key site for the 1955 Asia-Africa Conference, which promoted solidarity among newly independent nations. Today, Bandung is celebrated for its creative culture, fashion outlets, and natural surroundings like the Tangkuban Perahu volcano.
Bandung City
Bandung, the capital of West Java, Indonesia, is a major cultural and industrial hub known
Bandung City
Bandung, the capital of West Java, Indonesia, is a vibrant city known for its colonial architecture, cool mountain climate, and creative culture. Established in the early 19th century under Dutch rule, it became a hub for tea plantations and was famously the site of the 1955 Asia-Africa Conference, a landmark event in post-colonial solidarity. Today, it is a popular destination for shopping, art deco buildings, and natural attractions like the nearby Tangkuban Perahu volcano.
Persib
Persib is a professional football club based in Bandung, Indonesia, founded on January 5, 1933, during the Dutch colonial era. The name “Persib” stands for “Persatuan Sepak Bola Indonesia Bandung” (Bandung Indonesian Football Association), and it has become one of the most popular and successful clubs in Indonesian football history. With a passionate fanbase known as Bobotoh, Persib plays its home matches at the Gelora Bandung Lautan Api Stadium.
Bandung
Bandung, the capital of West Java, Indonesia, is a city known for its cool mountain climate, colonial architecture, and vibrant arts scene. Historically, it gained prominence as a key center of the Dutch East Indies’ plantation economy in the 19th century and later became famous for hosting the 1955 Asia-Africa Conference, a landmark event in the Non-Aligned Movement. Today, it remains a major cultural and educational hub, often called “Paris of Java” for its blend of heritage and modernity.
Asia-Africa Conference
The Asia-Africa Conference, also known as the Bandung Conference, was a historic meeting held in Bandung, Indonesia, in April 1955. It brought together leaders from 29 newly independent Asian and African countries to promote economic and cultural cooperation and to oppose colonialism and neocolonialism. This conference laid the foundation for the Non-Aligned Movement and marked a significant step in the decolonization process during the Cold War era.
Tangkuban Perahu volcano
Tangkuban Perahu is a stratovolcano located near Bandung, West Java, Indonesia, known for its distinctive boat-shaped crater. Its name comes from a Sundanese legend about Dayang Sumbi and Sangkuriang, who unknowingly attempted to marry his own mother; in anger, he kicked a boat-shaped vessel onto its side, forming the volcano. The site has been a popular tourist destination for decades, offering visitors the chance to see its active craters and learn about the local mythology.
