InJourney Ready to Welcome Tens of Thousands of Buddhists to Celebrate Waisak at Borobudur Temple

The state-owned aviation and tourism holding company, PT Aviasi Pariwisata Indonesia (Persero) or InJourney is ready to welcome tens of thousands of Buddhists to celebrate the Tri Suci Waisak Day 2569 BE held at the Borobudur Temple Complex, Magelang, Central Java. Collaborating with the central government, local governments, the management of the Indonesian Buddhist Representative (Walubi), and stakeholders, InJourney is ready to make the series of events for Waisak 2569 BE 2025 a success.

"Borobudur Temple as a spiritual tourism destination will once again host tens of thousands of Buddhists from various countries and regions who will celebrate the Tri Suci Waisak Day 2569 BE. InJourney hopes that the series of Waisak events in 2025 will take place solemnly and smoothly and provide a sense of security and comfort for all people," said InJourney's President Director, Maya Watono.

The series of events for Waisak 2025 at Borobudur Temple will be held from May 4 to May 12, 2025. Waisak 2025 will once again feature the journey of 34 Thudong Bhikkhus from various countries such as Thailand, Cambodia, the USA, and Malaysia which began on February 6, 2025 from Thailand, crossing various countries in Southeast Asia, and has now reached Central Java.

The journey of Bhikkhu Thudong will culminate in Borobudur on May 10, 2025. The monks will rest until the celebration of Vesak Day on May 12, 2025. The total journey traveled is more than 2.600 km with full determination and dedication.

"The celebration of Waisak is not only a religious moment, but also brings benefits, especially for the local community around the Borobudur destination, through tourism movements, MSMEs, and direct community involvement. This celebration of Waisak is a reflection of the collaborative and inclusive spirit where all levels of society can be part of this celebration," explained Maya Watono.

This year's Waisak will fall on Monday, May 12 at 23.55.29 WIB, which will end with pradaksina or walking around Borobudur Temple 3 times. At the peak of the event on May 12, 2025, 2569 lanterns will be released as a symbol of the light of peace. The release of these lanterns is usually a magnet that attracts people to attend the Waisak celebration at Borobudur Temple.

Ticket sales for the National Waisak Lantern Festival have opened on March 4, 2025. Participants are required to wear all white and modest clothing. Participants are also prohibited from wearing shorts, short skirts, sleeveless or transparent clothes.

The 2569 BE Waisak celebration will also be enlivened by social services in the form of free medical treatment, minor surgery, dental surgery, and distribution of reading glasses for the community around Borobudur.

InJourney Destination Management (IDM) Director, Febrina Intan said, her party will cooperate with stakeholders to ensure that the entire series of events until the peak of the commemoration runs smoothly and safely. Minister of SOEs Erick Thohir on Thursday (01/05) also visited Borobudur Temple to ensure readiness in welcoming the Waisak commemoration. During the week of the Waisak celebration series, it is estimated that more than 40.000 Buddhists will visit Borobudur Temple.

"Waisak is not just a celebration, but also a deep feeling that connects the soul with noble values. To provide a deep experience, IDM presents several side events that will be enjoyed by visitors who attend the 2025 Waisak celebration moment," said Febrina Intan.

The series of events include the title "Unveiling Borobudur" which will invite visitors to take a 3-day 2-night journey to experience harmony in family relationships through balance created by oneself. Through the mindfulness and reflection methods, the values of understanding, compassion, patience, harmony and wisdom will be increasingly felt.

One of the series of Unveiling Borobudur is Mindful Walking Pradaksina with Hendrik Tanuwidjaja, which was inspired by the Pradaksina ritual performed by the Cakravartin of the Syailendra Dynasty in Borobudur, this meditation provides an opportunity for all participants to feel peace, wisdom, and positive energy in a sacred atmosphere.

In addition, there is also Pasar Medang as one of the IP (Intellectual Property) events from IDM, returning to Waisak this year, inviting visitors to find traces of old wisdom, warm greetings, the aroma of spices, and the light of hearts that shine on each other. Pasar Medang will present 60 UMKM tenants located in the Plaza Beringin ex-Main Gate area. Visitors will not only experience various old daharans, ramban daharans and anyaran daharans, but also various attractions and workshops.

This year, more than 1.900 local MSMEs were recorded as actively involved in the series of Waisak celebrations ranging from culinary, crafts, to tourism service providers. In addition, more than 1.000 local workers were also involved, both in terms of logistics, welcoming, service, and event management. The Waisak commemoration is also expected to boost occupancy rates in the area around Borobudur.

"The celebration of Waisak is not only a spiritual moment, but also a driving force for the local economy, especially in priority destination areas such as Borobudur. Thus, Borobudur Temple can become sustainable tourism through the implementation of activities that focus on spirituality," added Maya Watono.

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