Maritime Tradition Knowledge in Agrarian Communities on The North Coast of Belitung

This article discusses knowledge of maritime traditions in agrarian communities on the North Coast of Belitung. The research method uses qualitative research through observation and interview techniques. Purposive sampling techniques are used to determine informants. For the validity of the data, triangulation of techniques and sources was conducted to check the correctness of the data and the researcher's understanding of the use of marine resources by agrarian communities on the North Coast of Belitung. The conclusion of this article underscores the profound influence of maritime tradition knowledge on the daily lives of agrarian communities on the North Coast of Belitung. Moreover, it illuminates the crucial role of this knowledge in upholding environmental sustainability and local cultural heritage. The implications of this research are significant, emphasizing the necessity of understanding and preserving this knowledge for maintaining harmonious relationships between humans and the marine environment.