Gereja Kristen Jawa (GKJ) Wates is more than just a local place of worship in Wates, Kulon Progo.
This beautiful church is an official cultural heritage site (Cagar Budaya) with roots stretching all the way back to November 7, 1930. Born out of early 20th-century history, the church grew alongside a local missionary hospital and school, deeply embedding itself into the local community.
If you ever find yourself exploring the heart of Wates in Kulon Progo, there is one beautiful landmark you absolutely shouldn’t miss.
