What is Borobudur?

Q: What is Borobudur?


A: Borobudur is a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist temple in Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia. It is the world's largest Buddhist temple.

Q: How many platforms does Borobudur have?


A: Borobudur has nine stacked platforms - six square and three circular - topped by a central dome.

Q: How many relief panels and Buddha statues decorate Borobudur?


A: Borobudur is decorated with 2,672 relief panels and 504 Buddha statues.

Q: What surrounds the central dome of Borobudur?


A: The central dome of Borobudur is surrounded by 72 Buddha statues, each seated inside a perforated Stupa.

Q: In which country is Borobudur located?


A: Borobudur is located in Indonesia, in the province of Central Java.

Q: When was Borobudur built?


A: Borobudur was built in the 9th century, approximately 1200 years ago.

Q: What religion is associated with Borobudur?


A: Borobudur is associated with Mahayana Buddhism.

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