Tuesday, September 20, 2005

Borobodur Temple

Borobodur is the largest Buddhist temple in Indonesia. It was built in the 7th century during the Dynasty of Syailendra and was made in 10 phases. The first phase was started in 780AD. The temple has the form of a terrace with a stupa on top. Every terrace has a specific meaning as it describes the life and teachings of Buddha. According to Margaret who went to ACICIS some time ago, some of it is blocked off... apparently these are the parts of Buddha's life where he was with the women or something.

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