Borobudur temple is one of the wonders of the world and is the largest Buddhist
temple in the world, located in Indonesia. This tourist attraction
in Central Java has an area of 123 x 123 square meters and consists of 10 levels.
The building is composed of volcanic blocks that make up the 504 statues, 72
stupas and a large stupa at its peak. Uniquely, the blocks are arranged without using adhesives or
cement. It looks like a giant size lego arrangement. The walls of Borobudur Temple were decorated with 1,460 relief panels with a
length of 2 meters of each panel. This relief panels tell about the Budha’s level
of life.
History
Borobudur was built during the Syailendra Dynasty around the 9th century
under the reign of King Samaratungga. The architect of the temple was named
Gunadharma who succeeded in designing this remarkable
building even though has no knowledge in computer systems and other advanced
technologies. The construction of the temple can be completed around 50-70
years later.
The name of Borobudur comes from the Sanskrit word 'Vihara Buddha Uhr" which means Buddhist Monastery on the hill. At that time, the Borobudur Temple became the largest center of religious
activity until Islam came to give influence in the 15th century. This temple
began to be abandoned by the people who turn into Islam. Borobudur became increasingly forgotten as the eruption of Mount
Merapi, buried by volcanic ashes.
How to get there:
Borobudur can be reached by plane from Soekarno Hatta International
Airport, Jakarta to Adisucipto Airport Yogyakarta in 1 hour and then by car in
about 1.5 hours.
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