Jakarta, Aug. 24 -- The Indonesian Culture Ministry is preparing a comprehensive four-phase recovery plan for the historic Sade Cultural Village following a devastating fire that swept through the traditional Sasak settlement on Saturday (August 22).

Culture Minister Fadli Zon said in a statement released on Monday that the village, located in Central Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, is a priceless national cultural asset and its restoration is a top priority for the government.

The blaze caused widespread destruction, damaging a total of 167 structures. The fire gutted 75 traditional houses, 69 handicraft shops, and eight thatched granaries. The blaze also impacted a mosque, a grand pavilion, the village gate, and several traditional gazebo...