PURA AGUNG SURYA BHUVANA AS A MEDIA STRENGTHENING MULTICULTURAL AWARENESS IN ERA 4.0

Abstract

This article was compiled based on the results of the Pura Agung Surya Bhuvana. Pura Agung Surya Bhuvana is known to be the largest holy place for Hindus in Papua. On the other hand, the temple was established as a place of worship for Hindus, non-Hindus also often visit it in Era 4.0. The questions : (1). What is the shape of the Pura Agung Surya Bhuvana ?; (2). Why non-Hindus people often visited the Pura Agung Surya Bhuvana ?. This research uses a qualitative method. All data are analyzed using the theory of symbol and structural-functional. The results showed : (1) Hindus built the Pura Agung Surya Bhuvana in the form of traditional Balinese architecture with symbols of local culture.; (2). Non-Hindus often come to Pura Agung Surya Bhuvana because they feel valued, respected, welcomed with open arms by Hindus at the temple.