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Sendang Sriningsih

Sendang Sriningsih is a pilgrimage place of natural springs and is located in Gayamharjo village, between Ijo Hill and Mintorogo village. The Sendang Sriningsih history began in 1934 when a Jesuit priest named D Hardjosuwondo SJ was stationed in Jali village to visit the place, called Duren Spring. They were fascinated by the spiritual aura going into the place, and then the built location around it became a pilgrimage place. It is called Sendang Sriningsih, which means the media to thank God for the people.

When reaching Sendang Sriningsih, the celebration can begin the process by tracking the way of the cross. The route was designed with a few climbing stairs along, and approximately 900 meters. As with other cross routes, there is some sign info along the way to tell the journey of Jesus while carrying the wooden cross. The crossway will finish when arriving at T-junction, then turn right, and see a large cross with Jesus's nailed statue. Located at the hill where Jesus was crucified, like in Golgotha, visitors can light candles under the cross, and then pray.

Along with the story, Sendang Sriningsih turns into the lake, and there is a belief that water can cure all ills. The height of the cave is four feet which people perform prayers around. The place is spacious and cool to pray under a large tree. At Christmas time, many pilgrims pray in Sendang Sriningsih Mary Cave. They will be lined up neatly and grouped with relatives amazed and could increase their faith by visiting.