Shrines on horse back or hiking, an ambiance of authenticity
Gedong Songo is a group of ancient Hindu Shrines located on the slopes of Ungaran Mountain.
The shrines are small and understated but the setting is extraordinary. The shrines cling to slopes with mesmerizing views of Merapi and Merbabu, two of Java’s smoldering volcanoes. Its ruins are scattered around the park,
providing great trails for walking or horse riding.
The shrines are small and understated but the setting is extraordinary. The shrines cling to slopes with mesmerizing views of Merapi and Merbabu, two of Java’s smoldering volcanoes. Its ruins are scattered around the park,
providing great trails for walking or horse riding.
The Lost Temples, Assu and Lumbung Templesunexplored Hindu temples on the slopes of Mount Merapi and set amongst beautiful rice fields.
These temples are rarely visited and very interesting because they were never finished. Incomplete carvings and deep shaft in the centre of the temples store a treasure box. Walk through villages and rice fields to visit these unfinished temples then onto a small river that weneed to ford - water knee high - to visit another totally unspoiled temple. Picnic lunch will be served in a secluded area under beautiful trees. Visit the Merapi observation site about 30 minutes away. It is a great spot to view the volcano from as close as one can get.
Selogriyo TempleIt is a small and lost Hindu temple, which is located on the Slope of Condong Hill on the West side of the town of Magelang. The temple was built around the 8th century and is very interesting to visit because its isolated position from the tourist tracks. Also all the original statues are still in their original places. The temple’s doorway is guarded by the statue of Durga Mahisasuramardini on the left side, Ganesha on the back side, and Agastya on the right side. The whole setting of this temple offers a superb view of rice field surrounded by hills and mountains.
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Dieng Plateau Hindu Shrines
the mysterious plains
A mythical landscape, mysterious yet powerful, dotted with dozen 9th century Hindu shrines. Visit the temples, walk around the sulphur-rich coloured lakes and see mud bubbling around you. A unique experience, just two hours away from Losari. On the road you will see how the farmers use all land available by utilizing terraces. The weather is very cool, since you are almost above the clouds. Bringing a sweater along is strongly advisable.
Within the complex are numerous cones, many of which are 30 - 100 feet (100 - 300 m) high. Most cones are made of cinders or ash. Lava flows are less common. Telaga Warna is a lake within a broad, low-relief cone. Gas bubbles are seen rising to the surface of the lake and the air has a sulphurous odour.
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Dieng Plateau Hindu Shrinesthe mysterious plains
A mythical landscape, mysterious yet powerful, dotted with dozen 9th century Hindu shrines. Visit the temples, walk around the sulphur-rich coloured lakes and see mud bubbling around you. A unique experience, just two hours away from Losari. On the road you will see how the farmers use all land available by utilizing terraces. The weather is very cool, since you are almost above the clouds. Bringing a sweater along is strongly advisable.
Within the complex are numerous cones, many of which are 30 - 100 feet (100 - 300 m) high. Most cones are made of cinders or ash. Lava flows are less common. Telaga Warna is a lake within a broad, low-relief cone. Gas bubbles are seen rising to the surface of the lake and the air has a sulphurous odour.
Prambanan Temple
magnificient Hindu temple
The largest Hindu temple complex in Java and one of the most outstanding examples of Hindu art in the world. A visit to Prambanan can be organized in conjunction with a visit to Yogyakarta or Borobudur Temple or viewing open-air Ramayana dance-theater in the evening.
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