The Shuttlecock Monument at the Lawatan Village Gate is a unique icon that welcomes everyone entering Lawatan Village, Dukuhturi District, Tegal Regency. The monument, shaped like a giant shuttlecock, symbolizes the village's identity, renowned as a center for the shuttlecock-making cottage industry.
This industry has been the primary livelihood for most residents for many years. Shuttlecocks from Lawatan Village are known for their high quality and have been marketed throughout Indonesia. The monument not only marks the village boundary but also symbolizes the community's pride in their skills and efforts in maintaining a traditional industry amidst modern developments.
Visitors often use the monument as a quick photo spot before continuing their journey, and it also serves as a reminder of the village's rich history of a creative economy based on local wisdom.