If we look further, we can see that the reliefs found at the foot of the Borobudur Temple are related to the core of Buddhism. The reliefs that adorn the feet of the temple depict the doctrine of the cause of human suffering and the result of human actions in the next life. By comparing […]
Besides decorated with beautiful reliefs, Borobudur Temple also has 504 statues of Buddha sitting all of which are carved on a round stone sabongkah. All the statues illustrating the Dhyani Buddha or meditating Buddhist are spread to different levels, from the lower to the top, rupadhatu and arupadhatu. The Buddha Dhyani is different from the […]
Borobudur temple holds a mystery that raises questions for the people who see through. Researchers, archaeologists, to visitors brought deeper into the mystery and the various questions contained in it when climbing this monument. One simple question that has not been answered until now is: whether the name Borobudur is the real name or not. […]
The Sultanate of Yogyakarta was founded from the disintegration of the Mataram Sultanate when two princes fought over the accommodation of the Dutch by the Sultanate of Mataram. One of the princes, who would became the first Sultan of Yogyakarta, created an army that exists until today despite being reduced by treaties. It is an Army founded in a […]
Sound of Borobudur as a part of Borobudur Cultural Feast has one surprise for both performers and spectators. Artists are able to replicate the musical instruments depicted on the Karmawibhangga relief at Borobudur Temple. String instruments (called dawai) and wind instrument are going to be played in Sound of Borobudur. There are several depiction of […]
Partnership is always a good way to increase the number of tourist. Therefore, PT. TWC Borobudur, Prambanan & Ratu Boko make some awarding event that is called “TWC Customer Award 2015”. In 2015 PT TWC manage to bring about 3.558.690 domestic and foreign tourist that is targeted 3.616.900 tourist, it still a good value to […]
Now you can explore Borobudur from Google Street View. The Temple will be explorable with 360 degree panorama through the internet. Borobudur is chosen for the historic value, architectural wonder, and a tourist destination. 11 other temples also available in Google Street View such as Barong, Mendut, Prambanan, Ratu Boko, and Sewu. In the making […]
PT. TWC BP & RB presented Borobudur Music and Lantern Festival to celebrate new year eve 2015 on 31 December 2014 at Borobudur Temple. This festival featured the performances of Hary Wisnu & Friends and Art Festivals in 20 Villages. As the main event, all the lanterns will be released from Borobudur Temple. The Festival […]