Things to do in Prambanan

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Prambanan
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Prambanan Temple showing heritage architecture and building ruins
Prambanan
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1. Prambanan Temple

With its otherworldly appearance and elaborate décor, the Prambanan Temple is considered a masterpiece of Hindu architecture. The 8th-century spiritual compound consists of many temple buildings that seem to rise from the ground with jagged gray spikes. Admire the spectacular architecture and profound meaning of this exceptional UNESCO heritage site.
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Prambanan Temple which includes building ruins and heritage architecture

2. Malioboro Street

Visit the innumerable shops, markets, cafés and restaurants of Malioboro Street (Jalan Malioboro), an enthralling and entertaining district. Malioboro Street dissects the heart of Yogyakarta’s city center while its adjoining side streets offer further retail and dining options. During the colonial years, the street was the center for the Dutch government. It was later used as a ceremonial boulevard for the Yogyakarta Sultanate. The name is said to come from the Duke of Marlborough, a prominent figure during the British rule of Indonesia.
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Malioboro Street

3. Plaosan Lor Temple

The historic Plaosan Temple, or Candi Plaosan, is often overlooked in favor of its larger neighbor, the Prambanan temple complex. But while it may be smaller, it’s no less fascinating, and the relative lack of attention it receives means that it’s less likely to be busy when you come. Explore this lavish temple, which was inspired by a blend of Buddhist and Hindu architectural styles, as you reflect upon the romantic story behind its construction.
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4. Candi Sari

Candi Sari is an impressive 8th-century Buddhist temple with many preserved and reconstructed features. It comprises two stories and an upper layer with well-maintained floors, stairs, doors and windows. Explore this former monastery and imagine the monks making it their home many centuries ago.
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Candi Sari

5. Sewu Temple

A sprawling complex of over 250 religious structures, Sewu Temple, or Candi Sewu, is the second largest of Java’s Buddhist temples. Although it’s beaten by the Borobudur temple complex in terms of scale, its beauty and detail is on the same level. Come here to feel dwarfed by ancient statues and imagine the Javanese people of many centuries ago wandering among these structures.
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6. Ratu Boko Palace

Ratu Boko Palace is part of a spectacular archaeological compound of ancient structures on a plateau. The vast complex covers an area of 40 acres (16 hectares) and contains the vestiges of a fascinating community. Learn about settlements from more than 1,000 years ago with a trip through the many buildings that make up this complex.
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Ratu Boko Palace featuring a park, a ruin and a sunset

What to do in Prambanan

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Prambanan Temple which includes building ruins and heritage architecture

Prambanan Temple

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Embark on a fantastical toy train journey through a compound of spectacular pointed Hindu temples built more than 1,000 years ago.

Prambanan Temple
Prambanan

Plaosan Lor Temple

Wander the grounds of this ancient and ornate temple, which combines Buddhist and Hindu elements to honor a royal marriage that crossed religious boundaries.

Plaosan Lor Temple
Candi Sari

Candi Sari

Ornate carvings of Buddhist deities cover the exterior walls of this magnificent holy structure where monks once lived. Explore other interesting archaeological sites in the area.

Candi Sari
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Sewu Temple

5/5(3 reviews)

See one of the largest Buddhist temples in Java, a complex and beautiful architectural wonder that offers unique insight into Indonesia’s past.

Sewu Temple
Ratu Boko Palace featuring a park, a ruin and a sunset

Ratu Boko Palace

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Inspect the structures that reveal the secular aspects of society on this high plateau with panoramic views of a volcano.

Ratu Boko Palace

Ramayana Ballet

You can enjoy the entertainment at Ramayana Ballet during your trip to Prambanan. Take some time to visit the temples in this quaint area.

Ramayana Ballet

Tebing Breksi

Find out about the history of Prambanan when you spend time at Tebing Breksi. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.

Tebing Breksi

Lumbung Temple

You can find out about the history of Prambanan with a trip to Lumbung Temple. Discover the entertainment venues and temples in this walkable area.

Lumbung Temple

Sojiwan Temple

Find out about the history of Prambanan when you take a trip to Sojiwan Temple. Discover the entertainment venues and temples in this quaint area.

Sojiwan Temple
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