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Exploring ancient Temples in Yogyakarta with us as your trusted travel companion. Yogyakarta, a city full of history and culture, is not only about the palace and Taman Sari. Behind it there is also a legacy of the past in the form of magnificent temples that radiate ancient civilization. Exploring these temples is a spiritual and educational journey that takes you through time. Understanding the greatness of architecture and the philosophy of our ancestors.
Is Borobudur Temple As the largest Buddhist temple in the world. Borobudur is a stunning architectural masterpiece and a World Heritage Site. Borobudur Temple is located in Central Java, but many tourists choose to stay in Yogyakarta and make tourist visits from Yogyakarta.
Prambanan Temple is different from Borobudur which is Buddhist in character. Prambanan Temple is the largest Hindu temple complex in Indonesia. This temple dedicated to Trimurti (Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva) stands firmly with a slender and tall architecture. The location of this temple is on the border of Yogyakarta and Central Java. Prambanan also has a legend about the story of Roro Jonggrang and Bandung Bondowoso who created a thousand temples in one night.
Interesting Temples in Yogyakarta
In addition to the two main temples above, the Yogyakarta area and its surroundings also hold various other temples that are no less interesting, these temples include.
Sewu Temple : Located in the same complex as Prambanan temple, Candi Sewu is the second largest Buddhist temple complex after Borobudur.
Plaosan Temple : Divided into two locations, namely Candi Plaosan Lor and Candi Plaosan Kidul, this Buddhist temple complex is unique because there are relief carvings of pairs of gods and goddesses that indicate the acculturation of Hindu-Buddhist culture.
Sambisari Temple : A unique Hindu temple because it is located below ground level, buried by the eruption of Mount Merapi.
Kalasan Temple : One of the oldest Buddhist temples in Yogyakarta.
Sari Temple : A Buddhist temple shaped like a three-story monastery that used to function as a dormitory for monks.
Tips for Exploring Temples in Yogyakarta
Best Time to visit in the morning and evening to avoid crowds and hot weather.
Hire a Guide to gain a deeper understanding of the history and meaning of the reliefs.
Respect the Sacred Sites: Remember that this is a historical site and a place of worship, keep it clean.
So, when are you going to start your spiritual and historical adventure to exploring ancient temples in Yogyakarta? we provide transportation and private drivers who are ready to take you around Yogyakarta. We also have several tour packages that you can consider. The price of renting a car and driver in Yogyakarta is IDR 650,000 (price is still negotiable) the price includes gasoline, parking and mineral water.
