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A New Year Celebration at Amanjiwo, Indonesia
Inspired by local traditions, this once-in-a-lifetime New Year’s Eve celebration takes place at Borobudur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Long before the new year was marked by fireworks and grand festivities, Javanese families welcomed life’s transitions through ritual – gathering in prayer, preparing offerings and giving thanks. Inspired by these traditions, Amanjiwo marks New Year’s Eve with a two-day journey of blessings, cultural performances and feasting atthe Buddhist temple of Borobudur, the first time the UNESCO World Heritage Site has held an experience of this kind. Underpinned by the notion of Memayu Hayuning Jiwa – meaning ‘towards a harmonious soul’ – this memorable celebration invites a moment to reflect, show appreciation and restore harmony before welcoming the year ahead.
Limited spaces available. Please note, the experience is available exclusively to guests of Amanjiwo.
Experience Inclusions
Exclusive New Year’s Eve access to Borobudur Temple (Marga Utama)
Return transfers by andong ( Javanese horse-drawn carriage)
Welcome cocktail reception
Evening processions and rituals, including Bregada, Rituals of Light and Letter of Wishes
Eight-course dinner with wine pairing
New Year’s Eve monk-led blessing
Ceremonial countdown
Ruwatan Ceremony and Bhakti Bumi Rituals along Progo Riverbank
The Itinerary
New Year’s Eve Experience
31 DECEMBER 2026, BOROBUDUR TEMPLE
7.15pm
The Journey Begins - Arrival & Andong Experience
Arrive at Borobudur and journey by andong, a traditional Javanese horse-drawn carriage, towards the evening’s celebrations. Slow down and take in the temple and its surroundings.
8pm
Bregada Procession - Welcome Cocktail Reception
A ceremonial procession of guards in traditional Javanese regalia leads the way to the welcome cocktail reception, inspired by the customs of Java’s royal courts.
8.05pm
Ritual of Light - Candle-Lighting Ceremony
Candles are illuminated one by one, gradually revealing the silhouette of Borobudur in shimmering light. Wishes are offered and light is shared.
8.30pm
A Feast from the Past - Dinner & Cultural Performances
Discover historic Javanese flavours through a eight-course dinner of traditional dishes with wine pairings, accompanied by cultural performances throughout the evening.
11pm
A Letter of Wishes - Personal Reflection
Take a moment to write a letter to your future self, reflecting on what you hope to carry forward, discover and welcome in the coming year.
11.15pm
The Nine Sacred Springs - Water Blessing Ceremony
Candles are illuminated one by one, gradually revealing the silhouette of Borobudur in shimmering light. Wishes are offered and light is shared.
11.25pm
The Sound of Blessings - Monk Chanting & Blessings
Traditional chants fill the evening as monks offer blessings for peace, prosperity and wellbeing in the year ahead.
11.50pm
The Wishes We Send - Fire & Wishes Ceremony
By the light of the fire, written wishes are offered to the flames, allowing hopes and prayers to rise skyward.
12am
The First Sound of 2027 - Midnight Gong
A single strike of the gong carries across the night, announcing the arrival of 2027. A beginning that is heard before it is seen.
Welcoming the New Year
1 JANUARY 2027, PROGO RIVERBANK
8.30am
A New Beginning: Ruwatan - Purification Ceremony
With 2027 newly arrived, begin the year with Ruwatan, a traditional Javanese purification ceremony practised for generations. A ritual to restore inner harmony and prepare for the journey ahead.
9.30am
Bhakti Bumi - Fish Release & Offering Ceremony
Offer a final gesture of gratitude to the river as fish are released into its flowing waters. A symbolic act of renewal, honouring new beginnings and allowing the past to drift gently away. 2027 is ready to be fully embraced.