Keterkaitan Jarak Geografis Terhadap Eksistensi Tradisi Pantauan Bunting (Konstruksi Sosial Suku Besemah, Lahat, Indonesia)

This study aims to look at the backwardness of region and socio-cultural construction Besemah Pantauan Bunting tradition by revealing: 1) process birth tradition, 2) factors causing differences in distribution traditions each region, 3) existence tracking era Tribe. The research was conducted Lahat District, South Sumatra using an interpretive paradigm, qualitative types, ethnographic methods. Data obtained from primary secondary sources. collection techniques were carried out through non-participant observation, interviews, documentation, purposive sampling techniques. analysis open coding, axial selective coding. In contrast, data continuous triangulation, member checks, peer reviews, reference adequacy checks. Based on results with Berger's social theory, is formed 3 (three) dialectical processes namely, first externalization as part Tribe marriage which intended introduce bride groom relatives family so that a harmonious relationship established period after marriage. Second, objectivation implementing regulations for succeeded legitimizing this society. Third, internalization socialization customary institutions move community be aware their ancestral heritage they continue tradition. varies due geographical factors. Even though it has entered modern era, still maintained people we can find various areas Regency.