Semarang - Borobudur Temple
This famous Buddhist temple, dating from the 8th and 9th centuries, is located in central Java. It was built in three tiers: a pyramidal base with five concentric square terraces, the trunk of a cone with three circular platforms and, at the top, a monumental stupa. The walls and balustrades are decorated with fine low reliefs, covering a total surface area of 2,500 m2. Around the circular platforms are 72 openwork stupas, each containing a statue of the Buddha. Although the sides look similar, the decorations are all different. The monument was restored with UNESCO's help in the 1970s.
Fishing platforms in Semarang bay
Rice paddies and palm trees on the road to Borobudur
Wife and child on the back of the scoo
With a police escort, we overtook everything on the road.
More paddy fields
First glimpse of t
An idea of the crowds that visit - the ship had 5 coaches
Main approach to temple
Durian fruit - really smelly when ripe!
Linda in her wheelchair!
By the temple complex visitor centre
Shadow puppet show at a local craft centre
Silver model of Borobudur at craft centre
Some beautiful silverware in the craft centre
Puppets
