Borobudur, Pawon, Mendut & Prambanan Temple 1 Day Tour
ID: GYG810190-1291707
Category:
Country: Indonesia
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover the history of the Borobudur and Prambanan temples on a guided tour. Explore the largest Buddhist temple in the world and the largest Hindu temple in Indonesia.
Discover two of Indonesia's most iconic temples on a guided tour. Visit the magnificent Borobudur Temple, a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist temple, and the Prambanan Temple, a large Hindu temple complex.
Start your day with a visit to the Borobudur Temple, one of the largest and most significant Buddhist monuments in the world. Marvel at its stunning architecture and intricate stone carvings. See the massive, terraced structure built in the shape of a mandala, a symbolic representation of the universe in Buddhist and Hindu traditions.
Admire the 2,600 relief panels on the walls of the temple, which depict various scenes from the life of the Buddha, Jataka tales, and Buddhist teachings. See the 504 Buddha statues within the temple complex, many of which are seated in meditation or teaching poses.
Next, head to other Buddhist Temple called Pawon Temple and Mendut Temple.
Then, continue to the Prambanan Temple, a large Hindu temple complex located near the city of Yogyakarta. Admire its stunning architecture, intricate carvings, and historical significance. See the 3 main temples dedicated to the Hindu trinity: Brahma the creator, Vishnu the preserver, and Shiva the destroyer.
Highlights
- Discover the history of the Borobudur and Prambanan temples with a guide
- Explore the largest Buddhist temple in the world and the largest Hindu temple in Indonesia
- Visit Other Buddhist Temple
- Admire the stunning architecture and intricate stone carvings of the temples
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved.
Be prepared for varying weather conditions; it can be quite hot, so bring a hat and sunscreen.
Drone is not allowed in the temple area.
Food and drinks are not allowed inside the temple premises.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.