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A monumental Buddhist sanctuary in Central Java

Borobudur Temple Compounds

Borobudur Temple Compounds is one of Southeast Asia’s great archaeological experiences: a monumental ninth-century Buddhist sanctuary of carved reliefs, bell-shaped stupas and broad volcanic views. Plan ahead because access to the upper terraces, visitor limits, ticket categories and visiting procedures can change.

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Borobudur Temple Compounds
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