[Yogyakarta] 6 Must-see Attractions at Borobudur Temple

Borobudur Temple Ruins, one of the three largest Buddhist temples in the world

The temple's distinctive shape is said to be a giant mandala

1) The approach to the temple stretches in a straight line

On the east side, there is an approach to the temple that stretches in a straight line

This is the venue for the largest Buddhist festival, Waisak

2) The front steps of Borobudur Temple

As you climb the approach, you will see the front steps of the temple

The pyramidal structure of the temple represents the three realms in Buddhism: the realm of desire, the realm of form, and the realm of formlessness

To enter the upper part, you must join a tour

3) The corridors and reliefs of Borobudur Temple

Each platform is divided into a base representing the realm of desire, a square platform representing the realm of form, and a circular platform representing the realm of formlessness

You can also see the 2,672 reliefs carved into the base and square platforms. 4) Circular Buddha statue, stupa

Some Buddha statues are exposed for viewing

Pay attention to the shape of the holes in the two types of stupas

The main stupa that stands at the top has no holes and is empty

It represents the state of enlightenment liberated from all worldly desires, the essence of Mahayana Buddhism, "emptiness"

5) Various Buddhist mudras (hand poses)

A total of 504 Buddha statues are enshrined in the temple

Different mudras are made depending on the direction and floor

6) Photographing the whole picture from the north square

Taking a picture from the north square allows you to capture the entire huge Borobudur temple

There are many other things to see on the premises

Borobudur Temple Museum

Samuduraraksa Museum

Tagi Hill

Souvenir shop

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