BOROBUDUR INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL 2017
Forever radiating its majestic beauty, the magnificent Borobudur Temple in the Magelang Regency, of Central Java was the central point of a special Art and Cultural event: the Borobudur International Festival 2017, scheduled to take place on 28th to 30th July 2017 at the Lumbini Field, at the Borobudur Temple Complex.
The participation is cultural troupes from Japan, the People’s Republic of China and India, who, together with participants from the Magelang Regency and the province of Central Java will present a range of fascinating arts and cultural performances. Central Java has long been the seat of many ancient kingdoms and Sultanates that have all left their mark in the beauty and sophistication of Javanese art and culture.
The organization of BIF is a place for artists (local and abroad) to showcase their best creativity. In addition, BIF also aims to brand the Borobudur Temple as the main magnet of Joglosemar (Jogja, Solo, Semarang) destinations in increasing tourist visits to Central Java and Yogyakarta, while supporting the target of 2 million foreign tourists in 2019. With various activities and events are part of the effort to make the Borobudur Temple as a symbol of tolerance, harmony, and friendship.