Sunflower Angel Attracts Thousands of Visitors, Presenting a Blend of Contemporary Art and Romance at the World Heritage Site of Prambanan Temple

Prambanan Temple has become a youth attraction with the Sunflower Angel art installation, captivating thousands of visitors. Running from May 21 to June 14, 2026, the exhibition features sunflower artworks standing majestically against the backdrop of Prambanan Temple, creating a unique and memorable visual experience for visitors.

Since its opening to the public, the exhibition area has been bustling with visitors, with families, partners, and colleagues. Their enthusiasm was evident in the queues forming to take photos with the Sunflower Angel and the iconic silhouette of Prambanan Temple in the background.

Arrofi Ramadhan designed this installation as a symbol of the journey of love, hope, and dreams he and his partner have built. He explained that Sunflower Angel was inspired by three figures that hold deep meaning for him: a sunflower, a macaw, and Annisa Sekar P., his partner.

"Sunflower Angel at Prambanan Temple is a personal work that interprets life's changes through three creatures that are meaningful to the individual: a sunflower, a macaw, and Sekar (his partner). This work depicts happiness, joy, patience, destiny, self-discovery, and significant life changes when making peace with oneself and the universe," explained Arrofi Ramadhan in Prambanan on Tuesday (June 9, 2026).

According to Arrofi, the sunflower artwork received a lot of input for presentation in various locations, including Prambanan. He believes Prambanan Temple is an interesting location, given the similar motifs that underpin the stories. While the stories differ, both stem from the spirit of someone willing to create something on a large scale to demonstrate their love and commitment to a loved one.

"The creation of this sunflower shares a similar story to the legend of Prambanan Temple. Perhaps there's a similar energy and spirit in the work, which stems from a willingness to create, build, no matter how big or how many, to show one's seriousness in love," Arrofi continued.

He expressed his appreciation to the Prambanan Temple management for allowing his work to stand alongside the temple. He hopes this will provide a space for sharing stories and inspire more people.

"I feel this work will have a broader meaning when it can be enjoyed by the public. Prambanan provides a very special context, as it symbolizes a masterpiece that has endured the test of time. I hope everyone who comes can find their own interpretation and story when they see the Sunflower Angel standing alongside the splendor of Prambanan," he added.

IDM Commercial Director Gistang Panutur said that this collaboration between cultural heritage and contemporary art is part of an effort to provide an increasingly diverse tourism experience in the Prambanan Temple area.

"Prambanan Temple is a cultural space that continues to thrive and stay relevant to the times. Through collaborations like Sunflower Angel and Prambanan Temple, we aim to present a unique experience, one that opens up space for creative expression for the younger generation. The enthusiasm of thousands of visitors demonstrates that the combination of heritage , art, and creativity can create new attractions while broadening public appreciation for cultural heritage areas," he said.

IDM Commercial Director Gistang Panutur invited various parties, especially painters and visual artists, to collaborate and exhibit at the Temple Tourism Park. The presence of artworks aligned with cultural values ​​adds to the appeal of Prambanan Temple, making it a more artistic and captivating destination.

IDM hopes that cultural heritage destinations will not only be places to enjoy historical traces, but also living spaces that continue to foster creative dialogue between the past, present, and future. Therefore, we are opening the widest possible collaboration opportunities for artists, visual artists, and art activists to present their best works. 

"The presence of this artwork creates a space for reflection, appreciation, and deep interaction with the cultural values ​​inherited from our ancestors. Through the synergy between cultural heritage preservation and contemporary artistic expression, we hope the temple destination can continue to develop as a relevant, inclusive cultural center that can inspire people across generations," explained Gistang Panutur.

Besides being a favorite photo destination, Sunflower Angel x Prambanan Temple also offers a variety of free creative activities for visitors. Activities such as Jamming Urban Sketch , yoga classes , painting workshops , pin-making workshops , and the Sunflower Arrangement Workshop are held throughout the exhibition period. These activities make this event not only a space for art appreciation but also a platform for interaction and creativity for the community.

InJourney Destination Management (IDM) also extended the operating hours of the Prambanan Temple area on June 6–7 and June 13–14, 2026. On those dates, the Prambanan Temple Tourism Park (TWC) is open until 8:00 PM WIB.

Visitors during these extended hours can purchase tickets on-site at the Prambanan Temple Tourism Park ticket counter, which is open until 7:00 PM WIB. Visitors arriving after 5:30 PM WIB can enter through Post H (north of the main tourist entrance) at Prambanan Temple Tourism Park.

This policy also provides more space for visitors to enjoy the Sunflower Angel art installation. The combination of the magnificent temple architecture and contemporary artwork creates a richer, more artistic, and more memorable visiting experience.

Through Sunflower Angel x Prambanan Temple, InJourney Destination Management continues to foster creative collaborative spaces that combine art, culture, and tourism. This installation demonstrates that cultural heritage areas are not only places to reminisce about the past, but also spaces of inspiration capable of producing new works and experiences relevant to today's youth.