Senin, 27 Februari 2012

Borobudur Temple

Borobudur Temple - is very famous archaeological buildings, not only among Buddhists but also around the world. Borobudur was built by Dynasty dynasty in the 8th century.Not much is known about the early days, but clearly involve workers in huge numbers to carve out 60,000 cubic meters of volcanic rock.Engraved on the walls of the Borobudur Buddhist reliefs containing a 6 km! It is touted as the ensemble of Buddhist reliefs of the largest and most comprehensive in theworld, unparalleled in the art, each scene is a masterpiece of the whole (http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/592). In addition to the teachings of Buddha, Borobudur reliefs also record the progress of the Java community at the time.

One of the reliefs depict the form of boats used the sailors from Java to sail to the African continent in the 8th century, long before the Portuguese sailors do. On the initiative of Philip Beale of England, in 2003 carried out the reconstruction to build a replica of the ship on which relief is thenused to sail along The Cinnamon Route from Java island to the continent of Africa. The ship is now known as Borobudur Ship and Museum Ship Samudraraksa stored within the temple complex of Borobudur. Near Borobudur temple there are two others, namely Mendut and Pawon. The third temple was built in the same period and is located in a straight line. Mendut known for having a large Buddha statues and reliefs that contains animal stories / fables. Pawon located between Mendut and Borobudur.

Vast expanse of paddy fields stretching down to the foot hills Menoreh reaffirmed nickname on the land of Java Dwipa these temples. Venturing down the road which divides the area persawaan and fields using a bicycle or horse cart tour be the right choice. While enjoying the fresh air typical of rural areas, witnessed the process of making various household appliances made of clay (pottery) as well as learn directly from Village residents Klipoh will be a pleasant travel experience. After that the journey can be continued with a stop at the ancient joglo antique nan over the age of a century in the hamlet Jowahan. Warm hospitality and distinctive greeting villagerswill welcome. If you want a more exotic adventure and challenge, ride an elephant around the Borobudur temple complex, or climb Mount Dagi is located west of the temple to be an interesting choice of activities to do.

Still less challenging? What about the elephant safari (safari ride an elephant) and the surrounding rural areas along the river Sileng? Guaranteed ride an elephant safari experience will be memorable and unforgettable moments. Another thing that must be done during a visit to see Borobudur Borobudur is Borobudur Sunrise and Sunset. Dawn and dusk are the best time to witness the splendor and serenity of the temple because there are no souvenir traders and disrupt traffic. Rowof stupas, relief, and the hall of the temple that has been exposed to light orange and gold will leave a deep impression on the mind. Besides watching the sun rising from the moment of the Borobudur Temple, Bukit Punthuk Setumbu also the location of the right to enjoy the silhouette of the Borobudur temple in the middle stretch of mist and dim morning light. The streets and eating are two things that can not be separated because it feels incomplete if visiting Borobudur but there is no culinary taste.

Tongseng Mushrooms in Jl. Balaputeradewa dinner can be an option. If you do not like mushrooms, there are other options that Mr. Noodle Shop Parno. Although located in the alley, Mr. Noodle Shop Parno quite popular because of their pleasures. For "dessert" to close the tour of this incredible, top row Suroloyo located in the hills Menoreh be a place worth visiting. From a height of 1019 m above sea level, the Borobudur Temple looks tiny mountain is surrounded by four strong and mighty, Sindoro, Cleft, Merapi, and Merbabu.

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