🏮 Vesak at Borobudur

Borobudur, Indonesia

Usually: The Vesak full moon, around May–June, set by Indonesia's Ministry of Religious AffairsDates TBA

On Vesak, marking the Buddha's birth, enlightenment and passing, thousands of monks walk from Mendut to Borobudur, the world's largest Buddhist monument, for full-moon prayers.

Good to know

• The lantern release is ticketed with limited places—watch for the official announcement.
• Stay in Yogyakarta and leave early—roads are restricted on the day.