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Gua Maria Kerep Ambarawa

Gua Maria Kerep Ambarawa · GMKA · Kerep Marian Grotto

Panjang, Ambarawa, Semarang Regency, Central Java, Indonesia Dedication / Patron Saint: Virgin Mary

Large Marian grotto and prayer grounds at Ambarawa drawing Catholic pilgrims from across Indonesia.

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About Gua Maria Kerep Ambarawa

Identity, documented context and sacred significance.

Gua Maria Kerep Ambarawa is located in Semarang Regency, Central Java, Indonesia. It is large Marian grotto and prayer grounds at Ambarawa drawing Catholic pilgrims from across Indonesia.

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Place TypeMarian Shrine
Religious TraditionChristianity
Tradition / DenominationCatholic
Dedication / Patron SaintVirgin Mary
LocationPanjang, Ambarawa, Semarang Regency, Central Java, Indonesia
CountryIndonesia
Established / Period1954
HeritageMajor Indonesian Catholic Marian pilgrimage sanctuary

Faith, Tradition & Sacred Association

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Religious TraditionChristianity
Tradition / DenominationCatholic
Dedication / Patron SaintVirgin Mary
Religious AuthorityArchdiocese of Semarang

History & Sacred Tradition

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Historical Record

The shrine records its blessing and inauguration on 15 August 1954 by Archbishop A. Soegijapranata.

Architecture & Sacred Complex

Major Indonesian Catholic Marian pilgrimage sanctuary

Worship & Services

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Marian pilgrimage and Catholic prayer

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