I have visited Borobudur temple several times and I will tell little about this temple.
Borobudur temple is located in Magelang regency, Central Java province. It is about 95 km away from Semarang, and about 42 km from Yogyakarta. Borobudur resembles a hill designed and constructed of stone in the midst of natural mountain range. The ground that Borobudur located is famous for its fertility, so that many of people of this region work as farmers.
Borobudur have 1460 reliefs and 504 statues. It was built by King Samaratungga one of the ancient Mataram King. Borobudur temples have 10 stages, its height is about 42 meters before renovation and now after renovation its height is about 34.5 meters because the lowest terrace is used as supporting base.
Borobudur is surrounding by Menoreh mountain, which streches from east to west, forming the boundary between Magelang and Yogyakarta. The top of the Menoreh range on the southern flank, when observed from the temple, resembles the nose, lips, and chin of a supine figure. According to a folk tale, the man reclining there on the peak of the Menoreh Mountain is believed to be Gunadharma, the architect of the temple, who has been watching over his creation throughout centuries. borobudur and its surroundings create an atmosphere of peace, tranquility and security. It can be visited throughout the year and is easily accessible by public transportation, It is near Borobudur bus station just about 200 meters.
The temple is located within the area of Borobudur tourist park. the park has an area of eighty five hectares to accomodate the growing number of tourist and to perpetuate the green natural surroundings of Borobudur temple. It was officially opened by President Soeharto on February 23, 1983. It comprises not only a wide grassy area, but also the shade trees and decorative plants. It is also provided with general public facilities, namely parking lot, souvenir shops, eating stands, and also rest rooms.
The temple is located within the area of Borobudur tourist park. the park has an area of eighty five hectares to accomodate the growing number of tourist and to perpetuate the green natural surroundings of Borobudur temple. It was officially opened by President Soeharto on February 23, 1983. It comprises not only a wide grassy area, but also the shade trees and decorative plants. It is also provided with general public facilities, namely parking lot, souvenir shops, eating stands, and also rest rooms.
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