Prambanan
is the extraordinarily beautiful building made in the 10th century
during the reign of two kings, and Rakai Rakai Pikatan Balitung. Towering
height of 47 meters (5 meters higher than Borobudur temple), the
foundation of this temple has fulfilled the desire of show Hindu triumph
in Java. The temple is located 17 kilometers from the city center, in the middle of the area which is now made beautiful garden.
There is a legend that is routinely described the Java community about this temple. Once, a man named Bondowoso love Jonggrang. For there is love, Jonggrang asked Bondowoso make 1000 temples with statues in one night. The
request was nearly fulfilled Jonggrang asked the villagers to pound
rice and make a big fire in order to form a sort of morning atmosphere. New Bondowoso can make 999 statues cursed Jonggrang into the statue in 1000 because he felt cheated.
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Candi Prambanan temple has 3 absolute in the main yard, namely Vishnu, Brahma, and Shiva. The third temple is the epitome of Trimurti in Hindu belief. The third temple facing east. Each
temple has absolute accompanying temple facing to the west, namely
Nandini for Shiva, Swan to Brahma, and Garuda for Vishnu. Not only that, still available 2 temples wedge, 4 corner temples, as well as 4 color temples. Meanwhile, the second page had 224 temples.
Entering the Shiva temple located in the middle and the highest building, you will find a room 4.. One
room contains a statue of Shiva absolute, while the other 3 rooms each
containing a statue of Durga (Shiva's wife), Agastya (Shiva's teacher),
and Ganesha (son of Shiva). Durga is touted as the statue Jonggrang in the legend above.
In the Vishnu temple located in the north of the temple of Shiva, you will only see one room that contains a statue of Vishnu. Brahma temple located in the south of Shiva temple, you also only going to find a room with a statue of Brahma.
Temple fairly alluring companion is Garuda temple is located near the Vishnu temple. This temple keeps a story of half-bird figure named Garuda. Garuda is a magical bird in Hindu mythology, who was gold, white face, red wings, beak and wings like eagles. It
is estimated that the figure is Hindu adaptation of Bennu (means
'rises' or 'shining', usually associated with the god Re) in ancient
Egyptian mythology aka Phoenix in Ancient Greek mythology. Garuda can save his mother from the curse of Aruna (Garuda is born
handicapped brother) by stealing Tirta Amrita (holy water of the gods).Save performance was admired by not a few people so far and used for some interest. Indonesian wear them to sign the country. That said, the creator of the Garuda Pancasila find inspiration in this temple. Other
countries also use it to sign the country is Thailand, with the same
arguments but adjusting the shape and appearance are not the same. In Thailand, Garuda is known as Krut Krut Pha alias.Prambanan also has a load relief Ramayana story. According to experts, the relief is similar to the Ramayana story is revealed through oral tradition. Another
remarkable relief is Kalpataru tree that the Hindu religion is
considered as a tree kenasiban, sustainability and environmental
compatibility. In Prambanan, relief difotokan Kalpataru trees flanking a lion. The presence of this tree make experts argue that the 9th century society have wisdom in managing the environment.
Same sort of figure of Garuda, Kalpataru is now also used for some interest. In Indonesia, Kalpataru became a symbol of Fate Environmental Forum (WALHI). In
fact, some scientists in Bali to develop the concept of Tri Hita Karana
for environmental conservation to watch Kalpataru relief in this
temple. Kenasiban tree it can also be found in the mountains that is used to open the puppet arts. A proof that relief panels in Prambanan is worldwide.If careful, you can also watch some birds relief, today a real bird. Bird reliefs at Prambanan so natural so biologists can identify to genus level. One of these reliefs Yellow-crested Cockatoo (Cacatua sulphurea) that invites questions. Why, the bird was actually only available in Masakambing Island, an island in the middle of the Java Sea. Then, whether it is the type used was not the least available in Yogyakarta? The answer please find out for yourself. Because, until now there is no one who can solve the mystery.Well, still not a bit more to be explored in Prambanan. You should not be bored for sure. If it was finally tired, you can relax in the garden of approximately temple.
Transportation
Prambanan is the nearest city to Yogyakarta and Semarang. Garuda Indonesia, Mandala, Merpati Nusantara Airlines, as well as a variety of other airlines fly to these cities, both from Jakarta and other big cities.
From Yogyakarta, you can rent a car to Klaten. From there you can take to the temple Prambanan.
If you are tired take place, you can use the rickshaw fare less Rp10,000.00. And you will be taken directly to the entrance of the temple, not far from where the purchase of tickets.
Accommodation
There are several kinds of hotels and inns that can you choose in Yogyakarta. For more info see our Travel Directory.
If you are expecting a touch of luxury, try to stay at the Sheraton Mustika Yogyakarta Resort and Spa. Located near the airport and has a large swimming pool, souvenir shops, entertainment venues as well as food. Hyatt Hotel is a luxury hotel options othe You try.
Not a few hotels near Yogya which introduces a classy restaurant atmosphere with western food as well as food typical of Yogya.
Tips
You can contact the travel supplier for organizing purposes and obtain incredible tour, the following is recommended:
Campa Tour
No. Phone: 081263679350
Email: info@campatour.com
see also the history of Prambanan
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