Religious sites in Indonesia

Sacred Sites of Indonesia

Indonesia's spiritual landscape is defined by its diverse religious architecture, ranging from Bali’s iconic sea temples like Tanah Lot to the Mataram-era Hindu ruins of Umbul Temple in Central Java. This collection highlights significant pilgrimage sites, including the ancient bat cave of Goa Lawah and the lakeside Pura Ulun Danu Batur. Beyond Hindu traditions, the list encompasses the golden Shwedagon-style pagoda of Taman Alam Lumbini in Sumatra and modern Christian cathedrals in Kalimantan and Papua, reflecting the nation's multi-faith heritage.

Sacred Sites of Indonesia — Map

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A

Tanah Lot Temple

Coastal Hindu temple situated on a rugged offshore rock formation, known for its scenic sunset views and cultural significance.

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B

Ulun Danu Batur Temple

Pura Ulun Danu Batur is a Hindu Balinese temple located on the island of Bali, Indonesia.

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C

Goa Lawah Temple

Very touristy yet totally worth it. The 'Bat cave' is a very old site with a great spiritual significance.

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D

Pura Ulun Danu Batur

Pura Ulun Danu Batur is a Hindu Balinese temple located in the island of Bali, Indonesia.

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E

Pura Kehen

Pura Kehen is a Balinese Hindu temple located in Cempaga, Bangli Regency, Bali.

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F

Umbul Temple

Umbul Temple is a Mataram-era Hindu temple in Kartoharjo, Grabag, Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia.

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G

Pura Batu Belong

Small Hindu temple perched on a hollowed rock formation jutting into the sea, located just south of Tanah Lot.

H

Pura Cinere

Balinese-style Hindu temple serving the local community in the Cinere district of Depok, West Java.

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I

IBC Taman Alam Lumbini

Buddhist temple featuring a massive golden pagoda, which is a replica of the Shwedagon Pagoda in Myanmar.

J

Catholic Center Sangatta

Modern Catholic religious complex and place of worship located in Sangatta, East Kalimantan.

K

Cathedral of St. Francis Xavier

Roman Catholic cathedral in Merauke, serving as the seat of the Archdiocese of Merauke in South Papua.

L

Masjid Kelay

Local mosque serving the Muslim community in the Kelay district of East Kalimantan.

M

Mesjid

Sunni mosque and place of worship located in Central Kalimantan.

N

Masjiid

Local Sunni mosque and community place of worship in the Indramayu Regency of West Java.

O

Mesjid Yamp

Mosque built under the Yayasan Amalbhakti Muslim Pancasila foundation, located in the Sukabumi region of West Java.

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