Borobudur is the site of a Buddhist temple in Java, a magnificent eighth-century structure that many consider one of the wonders of the world. A miniature facsimile of a temple fills one window of ...

Reason: Borobudur is the world’s largest Buddhist monument and a priceless ancient center for pilgrimage and education in Mahayana Buddhism. The world’s largest Buddhist monument draws pilgrims from ...

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Visiting the world’s largest Buddhist temple is about to get expensive. Borobudur, one of Indonesia’s most popular attractions, will soon be subjected to a massive price hike by government authorities ...

Borobudur's detailed reliefs serve as more than mere adornments; they intricately weave a profound narrative. These reliefs vividly portray the life and teachings of Buddha, enabling visitors to trace ...

Every year, Buddhists all around the world flock to sacred temples to commemorate Wesak, one of the most important Buddhist festivals marking the birth, enlightenment and death of Buddha. But did you ...

As the world’s largest island country, Indonesia is famed for its natural biodiversity and diverse ecosystems. But Indonesia is also rich with cultural attractions and is home to 10 UNESCO World ...

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I’m tiptoeing reverentially around the Borobudur temple, stopping to take in ancient stone panels and beautiful bell-shaped stupas, and to ponder the Buddha statues sitting in meditative repose. As I ...