The Indonesian Ministry of Religion (IDM) recorded 285 tourists visiting the temple park during the Christmas and New Year holidays.

The 2025 Christmas and 2026 New Year holidays saw a surge in tourist numbers compared to normal days. InJourney Destination Management (IDM) recorded a total of 285.060 visits to the Borobudur Temple Tourism Park (TWC), Prambanan, Ratu Boko Palace, and the Theater and Performance Center from December 20–31, 2025.

Prambanan Temple was the most visited destination, with a total of 174.798 visitors. Peak attendance occurred on December 27, 2025, when 19.617 people crowded the temple grounds to enjoy the majesty of this world heritage icon.

Meanwhile, Borobudur Temple Tourism Park recorded 96.092 visits during the same period. The highest spike occurred on December 26, 2025, with 11.726 visitors, indicating that Borobudur remains a major attraction for national and international cultural tourism.

Meanwhile, the Ratu Boko Palace, which offers natural landscapes and a more tranquil atmosphere, attracted 8.978 visitors. Peak attendance was recorded on December 28, 2025, with 1.052 visitors, demonstrating growing interest in alternative destinations based on history and nature.

Not only daytime tourism, but the performing arts sector also demonstrated positive performance. The Theater and Performance Unit recorded a total of 5.944 visitors during the Christmas and New Year holidays. Interestingly, peak attendance occurred on Christmas Day, December 25, 2025, with 818 people watching a traditional arts performance, indicating the growing popularity of nighttime cultural attractions.

IDM Commercial Director, Gistang Panutur, assessed this achievement as a strong signal of the revival of culture-based tourism and a source of optimism for 2026. 

"More than 285,000 visits in less than two weeks demonstrate that cultural heritage destinations remain a top choice for tourists. This provides a strong foundation for us to continue improving the quality of our services and the travel experience," he said, as quoted on Friday (January 2, 2026).

He emphasized that IDM is committed to providing tourism that is not only oriented towards the number of visits, but also the quality of experiences, cultural education, and environmental sustainability. 

"We hope that tourists will return home with not only photos, but also spiritual experiences and a deeper appreciation for the richness of Indonesian culture," he concluded.