Candi Sumberawan, a Cross-Faith Sacred Site in Malang That's Become a Symbol of Tolerance

The Candi Sumberawan complex in Sumberawan Hamlet, Toyomarto Village, Singosari, Malang Regency, has turned into a spiritual space for people of different religions and beliefs. Buddhists, Hindus, Muslims, Catholics, and followers of Javanese mysticism all use the temple area to worship according to their own faiths. The caretaker of Candi Sumberawan, Dika Maulana, said that spiritual activities from various religions have been going on for a long time. During Waisak, Buddhists meditate and pray. Hindus perform rituals at two springs, Sendang Kederajatan and Sendang Amerta, which are believed to bring about an increase in status and health. Catholics occasionally use Sendang Amerta for baptisms, while Muslims and kejawen followers pray on the eve of 1 Suro or on Friday Legi nights. Every worship activity, especially at night, must be coordinated with the caretaker. This Buddhist-style temple is thought to have been built in the 14th century during the reign of King Hayam Wuruk. After being forgotten, the temple was restored in 1937. Now, Candi Sumberawan stands witness to harmony and tolerance among religious communities in Greater Malang. https://kabarbaik.co/candi-sumberawan-situs-sakral-lintas-agama-di-malang-yang-jadi-simbol-toleransi/