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Jul 12, 2015

Arjuna Temple Complex

Arjuna temple complex
Arjuna temple complex is patterned Hindu temple relics of the 7th century the firm challenging the cold weather in the Dieng Plateau, Banjarnegara, Central Java. Visiting Arjuna temple complex at an altitude of approximately 2093 m above sea level, may be an option cultural tourism and nature at the same time.

The cold mountains already be felt biting on arrival in the entrance area Arjuna temple complex even at 9 am. Moreover, just finished pouring rain the land is the abode of the gods. No doubt, the cluster of mountains and hills as a backdrop gallant temple was shrouded in fog. The more daylight, fog increasingly recede and disappear display intact mountain scenery of green appear in the distance. Unaffected as any changes in the weather and seasons for thousands of years, some temples are in a complex that remains firmly standing.

Built in 809 AD, Arjuna temple complex is the oldest Hindu temple in Java and places of worship of Lord Shiva. It is based on the existence of Linga and Yoni inside the main temple. In addition, also found several statues, like the Goddess Durga, Ganesha, and Agastya are now stored in the Museum Kailasa.

Arjuna temple complex consists of 5 temples namely, Arjuna, Semar, Temple Sembadra, Heroine Temple, and Temple Puntadewa. In architecture, similar to Arjuna temple temples in southern India and allegedly under the influence of Indian culture. The temples are made of andesite does not have a lot of relief on the walls. There is only the third relief god Trimurti namely Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma temple carved in Heroine and not in the main temple.

The Arjuna temple complex was first discovered in 1814 by a British soldier, ie van Kinsbergen. When found, the temples are inundated marshes, different from most other temples are usually submerged land. The new swamp water drying process started more than 40 years later. Green grass like carpet seemed to flourish in the courts of the temple, framing gravel that meets the court closest to the temple.

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