A Sacred Stone in Pandeglang Regency – Goong Boulder


It is true Banten Province is the home of many natural attractions. That doesn’t mean you can only enjoy beaches, lakes, and mountains. In Pandeglang Regency, there is a sacred stone called Goong. The locals categorize it as “Punden Berundak”. Here is the fact. It is formed naturally and it holds a mystical aura. The prime stone is situated in the midst of other stones. It is also wrapped by white Mori fabric. In Javanese culture, Mori is considered a sacred fabric. Thus, it adds holiness of the Goong Boulder.

The Nuance
As mentioned before, there is a main boulder located in the middle. There are about 18 stones, actually. In terms of size, the height is mostly 22 cm. Their width is roughly 12 cm. The regular stones surround the main boulder. This kind of formation is called “Temu Gelang”. Have no worries as you can learn the meaning of such name from the locals. Due to this reason, you need to be able to speak a little bit Indonesian Language. If not, you can simply come with a local guide. He may explain everything to you.

Exploring Goong Boulder
The location where Goong Boulder lies isn’t quite intricate. It features a simple nuance and a usual landscape. What you can feel is its sacred aura, so it is better to come at noon. Once you reach the location, some locals may tell you a story behind the stone. In the past, it was a place of meeting among monks. In fact, the stones have the shape of a chair. That means the monks used these small stones to sit and discuss something.

Goong Boulder is situated in Kaduguling Village. It was a small settlement and became the home of Buddhists. It’s said Goong became a place for worshipping and meeting. Near to the village, you can also find a fountain and a river. The locals call it a divine pond. Today, they call it Citaman Fountain. In fact, it has become one of the best attractions in Banten Province. Tourists come to this fountain to purify their soul and body. Well, the locals believe in such thing after all.

Another interesting thing about Goong Boulder is the magical value. Many people say it brings happiness and fortune to the visitors. No wonder, more tourists come there to give a prayer. In fact, some of them decide to meditate near to the boulder. They don’t even care about the eerie nuance around the stone. Apart from wellness and prosperity, some people look for a good romance by praying there. Well, no one has proven it yet. What do you think?

Nearby Attractions

  • Cemara Beach
  • Daplangu Beach
  • Citaman Fountain

How to Get There
For those who want to visit Goong Boulder, the destination is indeed Kaduguling Village. First, you need to head to Pandeglang Regency. From Jakarta, the trip takes about 4-5 hours and the distance is 202 km. For a faster trip, you should take Pantura Street. Later, you need to use the Freeway.

Where to Stay

  • Berkah Resort
  • Umang Resort
  • Red House Beach Villa

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