Things to do in Borobudur Temple

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About Borobudur Temple

As the largest Buddhist temple in the world, Borobudur Temple is suitable for a family getaway. Also, thanks to its history and magnificent architectural beauty, this temple has been included in the list of UNESCO cultural heritage. Borobudur Temple keeps a history of the triumph of the Buddhist kingdom, which is contained in reliefs and stupas in the temple area. Featuring walls that are decorated with thousands of reliefs and hundreds of statues, Borobudur is also considered as a temple with a complete collection of cultural heritage in the world. Built-in the 9th century, Borobudur Temple is a place of worship for Buddhists. Vesak is the most awaited celebration in Borobudur as well. Additionally, the splendour of the Borobudur Temple can create magical nuances, especially when combined with the view of Mount Merapi and the beautiful sunset.

Top Things to Do in Borobudur Temple

Travelling in the Borobudur area is a good choice for families. Furthermore, the charming natural scenery of Magelang can be a plus to enrich the tourist experience. So, here are some interesting things you can do when exploring the Borobudur Temple

Candi Pawon

Borobudur Temple is home to several temples from the Hindu and Buddhist kingdoms. Further, Pawon Temple is also located in the Wanurejo area, exactly in Borobudur District. This tiny temple has interesting artistic and cultural advantages to be explored. Although the origin of its establishment is not known, the minimalist temple architecture can describe the life and values adopted by the community in the past. It can also be seen from the temple decoration in the temple walls. For instance, you can find kinara-kinari, a mythological creature with a human head and a bird body.

Try Rafting on the Elo River

Less than 1 km from Borobudur Temple, there is a beautiful river. It is often used as a location for rafting. With a river length of up to 10 km, visitors can do adrenaline activitieshere that willget their heart pumping. Additionally, visitors can easily find rafting service providers around Borobudur Temple. Many travel agents provide rafting packages as well as outbound.

Punthuk Setumbu

Punthuk Setumbu is extremely popular for couples. Located only about 5 km from Borobudur Temple, it presents stunning natural views that can be enjoyed from a height. This famous attraction is also crowded with tourists who want to enjoy the view of the sunrise and sunset. Besides, some people also come to take amazing pictures with a panoramic backdrop of mountains.

Camera House 3D

Borobudur Temple also offers a modern tourist destination, called Camera House 3D. As the name implies, the shape of the building resembles an SLR camera. It also displays hundreds of paintings collection of Pak Tanggol, founder of Camera House 3D. For those who like to take a selfie, Camera House 3D also comes with 3D illusion zones. From the Borobudur Temple area, you only need to travel around 800 meters to get to Camera House 3D.

Ketep Pass

Ketep Pass offers a wonderful and serene atmosphere. It presents a panorama of five mountains: Mount Slamet, Merbabu, Semeru, Kembar, and Sumbing. From this tourist spot, you can also admire the beauty of Mount Tidar, Menoreh Hill, and Telemoyo Hill. To complete your travel experience, Ketep Pass also provides a volcanology museum for educational tourism. Furthermore, the local government often hold tourist festivals in this museum, one of which is the Bamboo Lighting Festival.

Pinusan Kragilan

It is a pine forest, located on the slopes of Mount Merbabu. By visiting this forest destination, you can capture many beautiful photos. The combination of panoramic towering pine trees and colourful hammocks has become a magnet attracting tourists to overwhelm this tourist spot.

Top Culinary in Borobudur Temple

Visiting Borobudur Temple, without enjoying the local taste, will make your trip incomplete. So, here are some Magelang specialities that you must taste during your visit to Borobudur Temple

Nasi Lesah

Nasi lesah is a combination of white rice with bean sprouts, marinated tofu, vermicelli, celery, leeks, and fresh soup of soto. Now, this menu is quite difficult to find. So, Pasar Rejowinangun is one of the most popular places to eat nasi lesah in Magelang. Besides, this traditional market is about 25 minutes’ drive from Borobudur Temple.

Sop Senerek

In Javanese, senerek means red bean. Accordingly, it is a soup made from red beans and served with various kinds of vegetables such as carrots, leeks, and spinach. Magelang's red bean soup is suitable for a lunch menu. If you are interested in enjoying this unique culinary, come to Sop Senerek Iga Sapi dan Rames Banarai, located on Jalan Soekarno-Hatta No. 288.

Mangut Beong

This menu is made from beong, a freshwater fish that looks like catfish. This fried fish menu is usually served with the well-seasoned soup. Rumah Makan Sehati Borobudur Spesial Ndas Beong is the most popular place to taste this unique dish.

Where to Stay in Borobudur Temple

With concerns over convenience and safety, it is crucial to take your time to find the best places to stay in any country. So, here is our pick of the best accommodation near Borobudur Temple

Plataran Heritage Borobudur Hotel

Surrounded by rice paddy fields, this hotel will give you a great view of Menoreh Hill. Featuring a warm, traditional accommodation, it is only 3 km from the famous Borobudur Temple. Meanwhile, Adisucipto International Airport is about 48 km from this hotel. At this hotel, tourists can enjoy a spa service and cooking class. The on-site restaurant also serves a wide variety of local and international menus. Guests can enjoy their meals while admiring the astonishing scenery of Borobudur Temple and the surrounding mountains.

Shankara Borobudur

Shankara Borobudur is suitable for families or couples. When you first enter the hotel area, you will feel a warm ambience. All rooms provide a flat-screen TV and complimentary Wi-Fi. Some unit also comes with a terrace or balcony. You can also satisfy your palate by visiting its on-site restaurant. On top of that, you can find an outdoor pool surrounded by lush greenery.

The Nalaya Hotel and Resto

This hotel carries a Javanese architectural design. It is only 5 minutes’ drive from Borobudur Temple. All rooms are furnished with wooden furniture and some facilities such as a desk, a flat-screen TV, and tea/coffee making facility. A la carte breakfast is also available in the in-house restaurant.

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