Easter Day

Easter is a special moment in Christianity that means a lot to Christians. Behind Easter, there is a long history with the deepest meaning to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. The meaning of Easter is believed to be the victory over sin and death. 

During Easter, Christians often attend special services, such as the Easter Sermon which conveys the message of resurrection, and participate in traditions such as the Easter Egg, a symbol of new life in Christ, and the Stations of the Cross, a reminder of Christ's suffering before his resurrection. Before Easter Day arrives, Christians will commemorate a sacred period called the Three Holy Days.

The Three Holy Days of Easter are a series of major events in Christianity that commemorate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This period includes Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday.
 

Decorating Easter eggs is a festive tradition in Indonesia's Easter celebrations. Each region displays its own unique traditions. In Flores, East Nusa Tenggara, Semana Santa is celebrated with a special mass and a meaningful prayer service. In Boyolali City, Central Java, the tradition of distributing Easter eggs around the neighborhood becomes a moment of close togetherness. 

While in North Sumatra, the tradition of Buha-Buha Ijuk, and in East Nusa Tenggara, Kure, is an interesting tradition with deep spiritual values. In Yogyakarta, the pilgrimage to Gua Maria Sendangsono is a much-awaited sacred activity. This diversity enriches Indonesia's cultural heritage and shows the depth of religious meaning in celebrating Easter.

Because Easter 2024 falls on Sunday, March 31, 2024, of course, this short holiday is not only for religious activities. You can use the Easter holiday to travel to outdoor or indoor entertainment venues. In Yogyakarta, you can enjoy the beauty of Borobudur Temple and Prambanan Temple, and explore Ratu Boko Palace. In Jakarta, enjoy exciting rides at SuperPark Indonesia or visit Taman Mini Indonesia to understand Indonesian history and culture. While in Bandung, explore the excitement of Trans Studio Bandung, Farmhouse Lembang, or Floating Market Bandung.