The Oldest Hindu Temple In Java⁉️🇮🇩😮

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Gedong Songo = Nine Buildings/Temples

It is believed that many ancient temples are still buried in Central Java area. One of the surviving temples is Gedong Songo, a complex of unique temples in an unusual location. Gedong Songo is located at Candi Village, Bandungan District, Semarang Regency.

Gedong Songo Temple complex was built on a hilly area by Syailendra Dynasty of Old Mataram, sometimes also known as Medang Kingdom. These temples were built in the ninth century. This is a Hindu temple, built as a Shivaite shrine. You can see that there are many sculptures of Shivaite Gods like Ganesh, and Shiva as Mahakala and Mahaguru.

As the name indicates, there are nine temple locations in this area. Each temple is connected via small path. Most visitors explore each one of the temples on foot. The air here is cool, making your trek and hike here even more refreshing. For some locals, the area of this temple is still considered sacred and connected with many myths and epics.

🛕Gedong Songo Temple
Address - Jalan Ke Candi Gedong Songo, Candi, Krajan, Banyukuning, Bandungan, Kabupaten Semarang, Jawa Tengah 50614
Ambiance/Facilities - toilet, horse for hikes, rest place, prayer room
Highlights - the oldest hindu temple in java
Avg. Price per Person - IDR 10.000
Rating - 4.7/5

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Post by Mersizi | Aug 23, 2023