1996 #240-35 Java, Indonesia
Borobudur is the world’s largest Buddhist temple. Built in the 9th century, construction is estimated to have taken 75 years. Its nine levels are divided into three tiers: 5 concentric square terraces, 3 circular platforms, and 1 monumental stupa. The circular platforms hold 72 openwork stupas, each with a sitting Buddha statue inside. The temple was abandoned around the 14th century.
The Borobudur Temple Compounds—Borobudur Temple plus the smaller Mendut and Pawon Temples situated along a straight axis off to the east—were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991.
On Google Earth:
Borobudur 7°36'28.65"S, 110°12'13.75"E
1996 #240-35 Java, Indonesia
Borobudur is the world’s largest Buddhist temple. Built in the 9th century, construction is estimated to have taken 75 years. Its nine levels are divided into three tiers: 5 concentric square terraces, 3 circular platforms, and 1 monumental stupa. The circular platforms hold 72 openwork stupas, each with a sitting Buddha statue inside. The temple was abandoned around the 14th century.
The Borobudur Temple Compounds—Borobudur Temple plus the smaller Mendut and Pawon Temples situated along a straight axis off to the east—were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991.
On Google Earth:
Borobudur 7°36'28.65"S, 110°12'13.75"E