“A temple that doesn’t require much talking…just stand and feel it.”

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🇮🇩 Take a tour of Borobudur, Indonesia

📍 Borobudur | Jl. Badrawati, Magelang
, Central Java Province
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🏯 A Grand History

• Built in the 9th century by the Sailendra Dynasty
• It is the largest Mahayana Buddhist temple in the world and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991.
• Its structure is a "mandala" symbolizing the journey to enlightenment.
• It has nine levels and is approximately 35 meters high.
• The lower level has a square base.
• The top level is a circular courtyard surrounding a large stupa.

• There are 72 small stupas and 504 Buddha statues.
• Over 2,600 carvings depicting stories from the Tripitaka and the life of the Buddha.

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🌄 Must-Do Activities

• Watch the sunrise From the top of the pagoda—the morning light beautifully reflects off the ancient rocks.
• Walk to admire the intricate and profound carvings.
• Take photos of the stupa from a high angle with views of Mount Merapi and the lush forest.
• Visit nearby temples such as Pawon and Mendut.
• Ride a traditional horse-drawn carriage or stroll through the surrounding villages, which retain their local culture.

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✈️ Getting there from Thailand

• Fly to Jakarta (CGK) and then fly to Yogyakarta.
• From the airport, take a rental car, taxi, or shuttle bus to Borobudur (~1.5 hours).

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💰 Admission fee

• Adults: approximately USD 25
• Children: approximately USD 15
• VIP sunrise packages are also available.

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Post by Tippy. | Sep 25, 2025

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