It is celebrated each year on Full moon in May or June (Vesak lunar calendar).
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To honor Buddha's teachings of peace and enlightenment.
At Borobudur, thousands of monks and devotees walk in silent procession, carrying candles and lotus flowers. The pinnacle ceremony involves releasing lanterns (lampion) into the sky at dawn, symbolizing liberation from suffering.
Temples nationwide distribute free vegetarian meals. In Jakarta, Buddhists join interfaith dialogues, while Chinese-Indonesian communities blend Waisak with temple fairs. The government officially recognizes the holiday with flag-raising ceremonies.
Rooted in ancient Javanese Buddhism, revived after Borobudur's 20th-century restoration.
Compassion, meditation and harmony.
Indonesia's only nationally recognized Buddhist holiday.
The water ritual (Pindapata) sees monks receive offerings from devotees.
Eco-friendly celebrations emphasize biodegradable lanterns and clean-up drives.