The Borobudur Temple name should already be familiar to you The temple is known as the largest Buddhist temple complex in Indonesia, even the largest in the world. UNESCO defined as a world Heritage site in 1991. in addition to being the world cultural heritage, the Borobudur temple also became one of the sites that attract a lot of attention to domestic travelers and . also abroad
tourist attractions 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 large main stupa at the top. Exceptionally, the beams are arranged without using adhesives or cement, the complex looks like a giant lego arrangement.
Borobudur wall decorated around 1,460 relief panels with each panel length of 2 meters. This relief panels provide information about the level of the Buddha's life. Relief at the bottom temple called "Kamadathu" which tells the bad behavior of the world of lust filled human and make him go to hell. Backup central part called 'Rapadathu', tells the story of men who were released from the passions of the world, while the relief is top 'Arupadhatu'. This relief represents the higher performance levels where the gods live.
In addition to the three reliefs, there is still a relief panel in the lower part of the temple were buried. According to historians, the buried reliefs named 'Karmawibhangga'. Here reliefs that tell of the lowest human levels. This relief is a bad human behavior who follow their own lusts as killing, rape and gossip. Even mentioned there are pictures of the marital relationship. Funeral relief panels two reasons, partly because the terrain is considered rude and because development efforts of this temple still standing.
Borobudur is called as one of the greatest masterpieces of human history. The composition of the volcanic reliefs and beams are a work of art that is unsurpassed value. This tourist site is also proof of the old progress of human civilization in the fields of architecture, technology and literary arts.
In this complex there are two museums namely Museum and Museum Ocean Mercury Karmawibhangga. Mercury Ocean Museum contains various collections and information about the history of Asian trade -. Africa in ancient times, while the Karmawibhangga Museum contains information on the development of Borobudur
Not only the temple that attracts attention, but also the surrounding natural landscape. On the south side of the temple are Bukit Manoreh seen someone looks in a sleeping position. Besides Bukit Manoreh it Sumbing, Mt. Sindoro, Mount Merbabu and Mount Merapi around this magnificent building.
History Borobudur
estimated Borobudur was built during the Sailendra dynasty around the 9th century under Samaratungga the reign of King. The architect of the temple complex named Gunadharma who succeeded in the design of this remarkable building that unfamiliar computer systems and other advanced technologies. The construction of the temple complex can be completed around 50-70 years. The name of Borobudur comes from the Sanskrit 'Vihara Buddha Uhr "meaning Buddhist monastery on the mountain.
At this time, the Borobudur temple has become the largest center of religious activities. So far, the influence of Islam in the 15th century. This temple began to be abandoned by the people who turn to Islam. Borobudur forget that the eruption of Mount Merapi, which makes them buried volcanic ash.
In 1814, Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles reveal the existence of Borobudur after obtaining information mangenai the existence of a large buried under building volcanic ash. Not only buried by volcanic ash, when the temple was also found covered with shrubs.
Since rediscovered, restoration and reconstruction of the temple performed a variety of companies ranging from the British colonial period, Dutch until Indonesia became independent. With the help of UNESCO and cultural historians worldwide, Indonesia continues to improve the condition of Borobudur. After more than ten terbaikan and shaggy centuries the temple complex is still standing strong today.
What can be done to Borobudur?
There are many things you can do while in the compound of the largest Buddhist temple in the world, among them:
Learn the art literature and culture
If you like literature and art culture, located at Borobudur temple will certainly be an interesting experience once. You can read and follow the emergency panels were painted on the walls of the temple.
To be able to read the history of this relief in order, you have to walk around the temple in a clockwise direction ie from left to right. From the entrance is at the bottom and walk back to the door turn early, then climb the stairs to the next level. Do this continuously high to get the story in order and intact. You are having difficulty reading the stories in relief? Not to be confused because there are guide services that are ready to help you.
Hunting Photos
The resort offers many objects of interest to your photos, photography enthusiasts. Try walking around the temple complex and find the right angle to photograph. Borobudur temple is also known to have a view of the sunrise and sunset are beautiful. Come at the right time, prepare your camera and safely capture the beautiful scenery.
hunting gift
feels incomplete without visiting a tourist site without buying a memory characteristic. Not far from the Borobudur temple complex, there are rows of souvenir shops. You can buy a variety of products ranging from hats, shirts, bags, keychains to miniature temple. The price offered is varied, use your skills in the best possible offer.
Around the temple complex
In the Borobudur temple complex are spacious green courtyard that you can explore. Besides on foot, you can rent a bike to surround these attractions. You bring a small child? Try to take the train a rabbit who must appeal to children. If you want to try a different experience, why not try horse cart to get around?
This is more interesting than Borobudur?
[1945008temple] Borobudur has become one of the influential religious places for Buddhists the world. Each year, this temple complex in the center of the feast of Vesak celebrations and attended by Buddhists from different countries such as Thailand, Cambodia, China and Tibet. Vesak festival is celebrated during the full moon in May or commonly called Siddhi Purnama.The highlight of this Vesak celebration invite many domestic and foreign tourists. Upon the release of hundreds of lanterns into the sky as well as the best hope for the next year.
The opening hours and admission prices Borobudur
hours
Daily: 6: 00- 5:00 p.m.
the price of admission
adults: 30,000 Rupiah for the citizen and 15 USD for foreign
children: 12.500 Rupiah for Indonesian citizens and 8 USD for foreign
address and transport
Borobudur is located in Jalan Badrawati, Magelang, Central Java.
the most practical way of classes using a personal car or use the services of a travel agent. If you choose public transport, there are many buses majors Borobudur you can find Giwangan, Yogyakarta.
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