Borobudur Temple, Indonesia

Borobudur Temple, located in Central Java, Indonesia, is the world’s largest Buddhist monument and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Constructed in the 9th century during the reign of the Sailendra Dynasty, it features a unique design with nine stacked platforms: six square and three circular, topped by a central dome. The temple is adorned with 2,672 relief panels and originally housed 504 Buddha statues. The central dome is surrounded by 72 Buddha statues, each seated inside a perforated stupa. Borobudur’s architecture reflects a blend of indigenous Indonesian ancestor worship and Buddhist concepts of attaining nirvana. The monument guides pilgrims through an extensive system of stairways and corridors with 1,460 narrative relief panels. Rediscovered in the 19th century, Borobudur has undergone several restorations, the largest completed in 1983 with UNESCO’s assistance1. It remains a significant site for Buddhist pilgrimage and a major tourist attraction. Have you ever visited Borobudur or any other UNESCO World Heritage Sites? #indonesiatrip