Tanjung Pinang, pejalan.or.id – Perahu jong adalah jenis kapal layar tradisional dari Indonesia. Kapal ini memiliki ciri khas berupa beberapa tiang layar dan bentuk lambung yang relatif ramping. Jong-jong digunakan secara luas untuk perdagangan dan transportasi di seluruh kepulauan Indonesia pada masa lampau. Mereka adalah simbol penting dari warisan maritim Indonesia dan sering kali terlihat dalam festival budaya atau acara-acara yang menghormati sejarah maritim Indonesia.
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Perahu jong, also known as “jong” or “djong,” refers to a traditional Indonesian sailing ship. These vessels are typically characterized by their distinctive design, featuring multiple masts with sails and a hull that is often slim and sleek. Jong ships were historically used for trade and transportation across the Indonesian archipelago and beyond, playing a significant role in maritime commerce and cultural exchange in the region. Today, while less common than in the past, jong ships can still be seen in certain areas, particularly during cultural festivals or maritime events celebrating Indonesia’s rich maritime heritage./pejalan
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