As part of contextual learning and strengthening historical understanding, students of the History Education Study Program participated in a Field Practicum for the Cultural History course on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. The practicum began with a river cruise in Banjarmasin, introducing students to the dynamics of river culture as the center of Banjar community life since ancient times. Rivers serve not only as transportation routes but also as hubs of civilization, trade, and socio-cultural interaction. The series of activities continued with a visit to the Tomb and Mosque of Sultan Suriansyah, a historical relic of the Banjar Sultanate, a key milestone in the spread of Islam in South Kalimantan. Students received firsthand explanations about the mosque’s architecture, which is steeped in traditional style, and the historical values it embodies. At the tomb, participants were invited to reflect on Sultan Suriansyah’s leadership as the first king to embrace Islam and integrate Islamic values into their governance. Through this activity, students were encouraged to internalize history not only from narratives in books but also as lived experiences integrated with local cultural spaces. This field practicum reinforced awareness of the importance of preserving cultural heritage and fostered historical empathy in understanding national identity and character
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