Making Borobudur a Buddhist Religious Tourist Destination: an Effort to Preserve Buddhist Temples in Indonesia

Borobudur Temple, one of Indonesia's UNESCO World Heritage Sites and the world's largest Buddhist temple, faces sustainability challenges due to rising tourist numbers. A shift towards a sustainable tourism paradigm, integrating spiritual and religious themes, is proposed as an effective solution. This approach not only aligns with Borobudur's Buddhist heritage but also shares responsibility among Buddhists globally. The study analyzed existing research using content analysis with an interpretive approach, emphasizing the need for a new management model that prioritizes sustainability while maintaining its cultural and spiritual significance.

Hermawan, B., Salim, U., Rohman, F., & Rahayu, M. (2019). Making Borobudur a Buddhist Religious Tourist Destination: an Effort to Preserve Buddhist Temples in Indonesia. International Review of Social Research, 9(1), 71–77. https://doi.org/10.2478/irsr-2019-0008