Prambanan Temple is a world heritage site that has high historical, cultural and spiritual value. As a tourist destination, Prambanan Temple attracts millions of visitors every year, both from within and outside the country. On the other hand, this temple also has a sacred function as a worship center for the Hindus of the archipelago. This dual utilization presents various opportunities and challenges. Opportunities that arise include increasing public awareness of Hindu cultural heritage, strengthening religious identity, and contributing to the economy through the tourism sector. However, challenges include the potential for excessive commercialization, degradation of sacred values due to high tourist activity, and debates over management policies between religious and tourism interests. Therefore, a holistic approach and balanced policies are needed to ensure the sustainability of Prambanan Temple as a cultural heritage site as well as a spiritual center for Hindus.
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