Have you ever seen the sky filled with glowing lanterns, floating peacefully over a thousand-year-old temple? Every year during Waisak at Borobudur, this breathtaking scene becomes reality. Thousands of monks, locals, and travelers gather to release ...
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In the middle of the cold air of Magelang, thousands of lanterns flying across the sky, warming up the night sky... We proudly present to you! The lantern festival 2025 Teaser! ✨ Coming soon on 12 May 2025! 🔥 Stay tune! For more ticket informati...
Coming Soon on12 May 2025..The Lantern Festival 2025
POV: Vesak at Borobudur
Enlightened in Harmony
Glossary of Worship Series Ahead of Vesak in Borobudur
Terms used ahead of the commemoration of the Tri Suci Waisak
Thudong:Ritual journey undertaken by Buddhist monks by walking barefoot for thousands of kilometers to purify themselves in simplicity, peace, and sincerity.
Glossary of Worship Series Ahead of Vesak in Borobudur
Pradaksina :The process of circumambulating a sacred center, in this case Borobudur Temple, clockwise three times as a form of respect towards the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha.
Glossary of Worship Series Ahead of Vesak in Borobudur
Api Darma and Air Berkah (The Fire of Dharma and Blessed Water): These two important elements of Vesak in Borobudur are taken directly from Mrapen and Umbul Jumprit, to symbolize enlightenment and purity.
Glossary of Worship Series Ahead of Vesak in Borobudur
Kirab Waisak This ritual, which is also a cultural practice, is carried out by thousands of Buddhists walking together for approximately 3 kilometers from Candi Mendut towards Candi Borobudur
Glossary of Worship Series Ahead of Vesak in Borobudur
Lantern Release : Thousands of lanterns are released into the sky simultaneously, symbolizing prayers and good wishes that illuminate the life path of Buddhists and the world community.
Glossary of Worship Series Ahead of Vesak in Borobudur
Light of Peace 2025
Vesak Day 2025 Night Lantern at Borobudur Temple in Yogyakarta
1️⃣ White Dresscode – Symbol of purity and peace, so that the vibes are even more intense! 2️⃣ Good Camera – The sky full of lanterns must be captured in the best quality! 📸 3️⃣ Drinking Water Tumbler – Stay hydrated to stay fresh throughout the eve...
Don't forget to bring these 5 essential items to make your moment more comfortable and unforgettable! 📍
Tutorial Releasing Borobudur Waisak Lanterns.
Lantern Release Tutorial
One color, one meaning: white as a symbol of hope and peace. Let’s glow together in white”. ⚠️ Must wear polite white! No shorts, short skirts, sleeveless or transparent clothes are allowed‼️ See you at Borobudur Temple!👋🏻"
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