About
Borobudur Temple Compounds sits in Magelang Regency in Central Java, Indonesia, a short journey from the city of Magelang. It is an ancient Buddhist temple complex and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, dating from the 8th and 9th centuries. Many visitors come to see it as one of the great Buddhist monuments in the world.
What you will see
The site is known for its carved stonework. The monument holds over 2,600 relief panels, which tell their stories in stone as you walk along its terraces. It also holds 504 Buddha statues, so the visit is as much about looking closely as it is about moving through the grounds at a steady pace.
- Relief panels carved along the temple's walls and galleries
- Buddha statues set throughout the monument
- The wider compound, which reflects its long history as a place of worship
Planning your visit
Borobudur is a visit that rewards time. Allow a good part of the day, wear comfortable shoes, and take water, since the walk between levels is physical and the sun can be strong. The address is Jl. Badrawati, Kw. Candi Borobudur, Borobudur, Magelang Regency, Central Java 56553, and the site can be reached by phone at +62 293 788266 for up-to-date arrangements before you go.
Because the temple is a place of worship as well as a heritage site, visitors are asked to dress modestly and to behave respectfully around the monuments and the people who visit them. Many travellers find that a slower, quieter approach brings the most to the experience.
Magelang and the surrounding countryside of Central Java offer further places to explore, making the temple a natural anchor for a few days in the region.
